§ 49. Sir HENRY CRAIKasked the Secretary to the Treasury whether, in view of the fact that the choice of doctor is materially restricted in the case of insured persons in Wisbech owing to the exclusion of several local doctors from the panel, he is prepared to grant a special inquiry into the administration of medical benefits in the Isle of Ely?
§ Mr. MASTERMANI have fully explained the circumstances which led to the suspension of the normal panel arrangements in the area referred to. No representations have been received from the insurance committee or from insured persons resident in the area that the arrangements which have been sanctioned for the provision of medical benefit to insured persons are inadequate, and I see no reason for instituting such an inquiry as is suggested by the hon. Member.