§ Mr. de Freitasasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware of the strain on nurses working in mental hospitals; and when he will agree to these nurses working an 88 hour fortnight instead of the 96 hours as at present.
§ Mr. Walker-SmithYes. I received a letter from the Nurses and Midwives Whitley Council on 1st May recommending the introduction of an 88 hour fortnight for all hospital nursing staff as soon as circumstances permit. I am hoping to communicate with hospital authorities in the near future.