HC Deb 31 March 1969 vol 781 c17W
69. Mr. Wallace

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what are the rules for deciding and revising establishments of individual hospitals; and how far local circumstances and needs are taken into account.

Mr. Crossman

Certain senior medical and administrative posts are subject to central approval, but otherwise it is for hospital boards and committees to determine the staffing requirements of individual hospitals in the light of local circumstances and subject to guidance on particular aspects from my Department.

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