§ Mr. Alex CarlileTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what guidelines cover the operation of nurse call bell systems in NHS hospitals; and if he will make a statement. [39804]
§ Lord James Douglas-HamiltonIt is for individual trusts in Scotland, in the light of local circumstances, to determine their operational arrangements for nurse call systems and to ensure that they are brought to the attention of their staff during training and ward orientation. Technical guidance on call systems is contained in health technical memoranda 2015 "Bed Head Services", a copy of which will be placed in the Library.