§ 49. Mr. E. Johnsonasked the Minister of Health if he is aware that the standard of accommodation for sisters in general 873 hospitals is unsatisfactory; and if he will take steps to bring about improvements.
§ Mr. Walker-SmithThe standard of accommodation varies, but I am not aware that it is unsatisfactory in general. I rely on hospital authorities to carry out, within the limits of the resources available, whatever improvements are needed.
§ Mr. JohnsonWill my right hon. and learned Friend look into the possibility of obtaining any outside accommodation which may become available—such as large houses which the owners no longer want—so as to use it for these sisters?
§ Mr. Walker-SmithI will certainly take account of any possibilities which seem to offer help in obtaining accommodation of the type required.