HC Deb 14 March 1972 vol 833 cc52-3W
47. Mrs. Castle

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he is yet able to state when he expects to introduce the legislation to establish a Health Service Commissioner.

Sir K. Joseph

The necessary provisions will be included in the legislation required for the reorganisation of the National Health Service.

Mr. Money

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he will confirm that, in considering candidates for appointment as the Health Commissioner, he will consider suitably qualified women as well as men.

Sir K. Joseph

Of course.