§ Mr. Arnoldasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he remains satisfied with the system of appointments to the chairmanship of regional health authorities.
§ Mr. EnnalsApart from filling casual vacancies, I am not required to appoint or reappoint chairmen of regional health authorities until the term of office of the present chairmen expires on 31st July 1978. I shall then carry out the duties laid upon me by the First Schedule to the National Health Service Reorganisation Act 1973.