HC Deb 12 March 1968 vol 760 c250W
67. Mr. Arnold Shaw

asked the Minister of Health whether he will give an assurance that hospitals conform to the necessary fire regulations.

Mr. K. Robinson

All hospital authorities have comprehensive guidance from me about fire precautions and about protection of hospitals against fire. The recommendations contained in this guidance have been approved by the Home Office and ask hospitals to work in close consultation with the local fire authorities. Conformity in detail with this guidance and with the appropriate statutory requirements is a matter for the hospital authorities.