HC Deb 11 December 1952 vol 509 cc80-1W
58. Sir F. Graham

asked the Minister of Health if his attention has been drawn to the letter published by the Hospital Management Committee with reference to the Darlington Memorial Hospital; and whether he is in a position to make a statement with regard to it.

64. Mr. Slater

asked the Minister of Health what were his reasons for recommending to the Darlington Hospitals Management Committee that the two officials who had been dismissed by the committee should be offered formal reinstatement and that they should be regarded as on special leave with pay from the date of dismissal until other suitable employment could be found.

Mr. Iain Macleod

I am informed that in connection with the case writs for libel and slander have been issued and I consider, therefore, that it would not be proper for me to comment at this stage.