HC Deb 20 February 1961 vol 635 c11W
83. Mr. Pavitt

asked the Minister of Health if, in view of his policy of planning hospital programmes on a 10-year basis, he will now consult with the General Medical Services Committee with a view to making a 10-year plan for general practice; if he will form a planning department in his Department for this purpose; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Powell

I do not consider that a plan covering a stated period of years is appropriate to this branch of the National Health Service.