CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE

Early day motion 1761, tabled 19 October 2004 by Ivan Henderson (Labour). Signed by 63 members.

That this House recognises the many difficulties faced by people born with a congenital heart disease; believes that such individuals should not have to pay for any drugs necessary to keep them alive; and calls upon the Government forthwith to exempt such sufferers from all prescription charges related to their medical condition.

Signatures by party: Labour 41, Liberal Democrat 13, DUP 4, Labour/Co-operative 3, Conservative 1, Plaid Cymru 1.