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Andrew Bridgen

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Business of the House
Thursday 26th April 2012

(12 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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Caroline Spelman Portrait Mrs Spelman
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The database is held by my Department.

Andrew Bridgen Portrait Andrew Bridgen (North West Leicestershire) (Con)
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My right hon. Friend will be aware of the burden on the NHS caused by injuries caused by dogs. Will she share with the House the figures for the number of people admitted to hospital with dog-related injuries in 2010?

Caroline Spelman Portrait Mrs Spelman
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I am not sure about the number of people admitted to hospital, but the cost to the NHS is £3 million a year. Let us not forget that among the professionals whom we currently ask to take risks by going into private property are midwives and health visitors, and they will be better protected as a result of the extension we propose.

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