§ 29. Mr. Shinwellasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that members of the nursing profession employed in voluntary hospitals are alarmed at the steady rise in the cost of articles which they are compelled to purchase out of their small salaries; and whether he will consult with the managers of these institutions with a view to making the necessary adjustments in salaries?
§ Mr. ElliotI have no information as to the first part of the question. I have no power to make any adjustments in the salaries of nurses employed in voluntary hospitals.