§ Mr. Laneasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many local authorities have appointed a voluntary service liaison officer; what steps his Department is taking to encourage the appointment of organisers of voluntary service by hospitals; and how many such organisers there are.
§ Dr. John DunwoodyInformation about local authority appointments is not available centrally. Appointment of organisers of voluntary services in hospitals are referred to in a circular recently sent to hospitals authorities, a copy of which I am sending the hon. Member. At least 40 such appointments have been made but complete information is not available.