§ Mr. Patrick Jenkinasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he is satisfied with the adequacy of the theatre staffing at the Hammersmith Hospital; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. EnnalsI regret that a shortage of nursing staff has resulted in the temporary closure of one operating theatre. The Ealing Hammersmith and Hounslow Area Health Authority (Teaching) is making strenuous efforts to recruit the necessary staff.