§ 19. Mr. Pavittasked the Minister of Health how many hospital authorities within the National Health Service have informed him of the results of the review of the arrangements of Section 4 beds as requested in his Circular HM(66)26; and if he will place examples of hospital leaflets which publicise the facilities of amenity beds in the Library.
§ Mr. K. RobinsonI shall be calling for reports later in the year. Meanwhile I will arrange for sample leaflets to be placed in the Library.
§ Mr. PavittHow many of the regional hospitals boards have not yet replied? Will my right hon. Friend take the opportunity of reviewing the whole system of bed allocation by consultants?
§ Mr. RobinsonI think I am right in saying that the replies from hospital authorities are not yet due. Certainly, I will consider any further steps that need to be taken in connection with pay beds in the light of the replies which I receive.