Yes, we absolutely have. We work closely with the Department of Health and we are not forcing people to take treatment. We are forcing them to ensure that they turn up to an interview to discuss their personal action plan and take steps to address their drug problem. That is absolutely consistent with the principles not just of the NHS constitution but of the medical profession. I hope that that reassures the hon. Gentleman.
Welfare Reform Bill
Proceeding contribution from
James Purnell
(Labour)
in the House of Commons on Tuesday, 17 March 2009.
It occurred during Debate on bills on Welfare Reform Bill.
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