HC Deb 16 March 1973 vol 852 cc455-6W
Mr. Robert Cooke

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is his estimate of the cost of the loss of hospital equipment of all kinds due to the current strike of hospital workers.

Sir K. Joseph

I would rather not ask hospital authorities for this information until the present difficulties are over.

Mr. R. C. Mitchell

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will hold an immediate meeting with representatives of the trade unions representing the hospital ancillary workers.

Sir K. Joseph

I am in touch with the trade unions.