HC Deb 07 February 1978 vol 943 c539W
60. Mr. Newens

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will make a statement on his policy towards the transfer of functions from the district to area health authorities.

Mr. Ennals

My general policy is that, in multi-district areas, operational functions should wherever possible be carried out at district level. The question does not arise in respect of single-district areas.