§ Mr. Barry Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is his policy regarding appointments to regional hospital boards; and if he will make a statement.
§ Sir K. JosephAppointments to regional hospital boards are made in accordance with Section 11 and Part I of the Third Schedule to the National Health Service Act, 1946. I shall seek to include a wide range of appropriate interests and experience in the membership of each of the English boards.