§ Mr. Jim CunninghamTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the present level of nursing staff in the national health service with particular reference to the west midlands.
§ Mr. SackvilleLocal managers have responsibility for staffing levels and determine, in consultation with professional service heads, the type and number of staff required to deliver nursing care to patients and clients. These arrangements apply throughout England.
§ Mr. Jim CunninghamTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what representations she has had from organisations or members of the public regarding the recruitment of nurses from the west midlands.
§ Mr. SackvilleDuring the last six months we have received four such representations from members of the public.