§ Mr. Ellis Smithasked the Minister of Health how far alternative sources of electric power are available in the hospitals within the City of Stoke-on-Trent; what action is to be taken to make alternative sources available at once when necessary in operating theatres; and whether he is satisfied that there are sufficient skilled staff for the electrical service.
§ Mr. Vaughan-MorganAll hospitals with operating theatres have arrangements for emergency electricity supply to the theatres. I am satisfied that there is adequate skilled staff for the routine maintenance and inspection of hospital electrical services.