Written question asked by Mark Oaten (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 9 September 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 4 October 2004. It was answered by Stephen Ladyman (Labour) on Monday, 4 October 2004 on behalf of the Department of Health.

Dept of Health

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health, what budget he has set for 2005-06 on silicone cosmesis.

Answer: Mr. Oaten: To ask the Secretary of State for Health what budget he has set for 2005-06 on silicone cosmesis. [R] [188825] Dr. Ladyman: It is for primary care trusts, in partnership with strategic health authorities and other local stakeholders, to determine how best to use their funds to meet national and local priorities for improving health, tackling health inequalities and modernising services. This process provides the means for addressing local needs within the health community, including the provision of silicone cosmesis.

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