§ Mr. Lomasasked the Minister of Health how many nurses in the National Health Service were employed through agencies at the latest available date; and how much was the average fee.
§ Mr. Snow1,327 (including midwives) at 30th September, 1966. Information from a number of hospitals in the London area suggests that the average fee is about £21 a week per nurse. Charges may be paid in addition for laundry and travelling.