§ Helen JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Health if he will investigate the delay in admitting Mrs. H. Potter of Warrington to Wrightington Hospital; and if he will make a statement. [144879]
§ Miss Melanie Johnson[holding answer 18 December 2003]The strategic health authorities lead the strategic development of local health services and performance400W manage primary care trusts and National Health Service trusts on the basis of local accountability agreements, following the "Shifting the Balance of Power" initiative.
Unfortunately, to disclose information without the specific consent of the individual patient would breech patient confidentiality. My hon. Friend may wish to contact the Wrightington hospital.