HC Deb 02 December 1983 vol 49 cc630-1W
Mr. Kilfedder

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether he is satisfied with the liaison arrangements of the Northern Ireland Eastern health and social services board to ensure that the officer in charge of a residential home for the elderly is being properly supported by senior social workers.

Mr. Chris Patten

Social work staff at a senior level are available in all the districts and units of management of the Eastern health and social services board to provide support and advice for the officers in charge of residential homes for the elderly.