§ 31. Mr. Hardyasked the Minister of Health why a handyman employed at Salford Royal Hospital was discharged from his employment while he was suffering from an injury sustained while following his employment; and if he will instruct the committee to reinstate this person immediately.
§ Mr. BevanThis is a matter for the hospital management committee who have, I am informed, indicated that alternative employment will be offered if it is available when the employee is fit.
§ 32. Mr. Hardyasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that, despite the shortage of hospital beds, the Salford hospital management committee have decided to close six wards to accommodate doctors; and if he will refuse to sanction this proposal.