§ Mr. FearnTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what code, practices and staff training procedures have been implemented by local health authorities regarding the provision of bereavement support for the family and friends of terminally ill patients.
§ Mr. DorrellThis information is not available centrally. Health authorities have been asked to plan and co-ordinate services for terminally ill people and their families, including the identification of training needs. Progress reports are expected later this year. The Department is supporting the production of training materials in this area by the Open university.