§ Mr. FatchettTo ask the Secretary of State for Health whether his Department has issued any guidance about the introduction of charging patients for food in hospital trusts; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Dorrell[holding answer 8 February 1991]: No. The provision of meals to NHS hospital in-patients is not subject to compulsory charges. Hospitals may offer a wider choice of menu and charge for the additional services provided.