§ Mr. Leslie Huckfieldasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is the recommended minimum population catchment area to be served by regional casualty and accident centres.
§ Mr. CrossmanI would refer my hon. Friend to my answer to his Question of 19th December.—[Vol. 793, c.481.]
§ Mr. Leslie Huckfieldasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is the recommended maximum distance for ambulances to travel to regional casualty and accident centres.
§ Mr. CrossmanNo such recommendation has been made but hospital authorities have been advised to consult ambulance authorities on the planning of the accident and emergency services.