§ Mr. Biggs-Davisonasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many doctors from within the area of the Northern Health and Social Security Board are members of the Strategic Planning Team on the development of hospital services in that area.
§ Mr. CarterThe Strategic Planning Team was appointed by the Northern Health and Social Services Board and 865W reported in June 1976. There were three medically qualified members of the team two of whom were from within the area. The Government accepted the Board's recommendations, which were based on the Team's report, in May 1977, and the Board has appointed a steering group to implement the recommendations regarding hospital services. Two medically qualified persons from within the area are included in this group, and arrangements have been made by it to consult medical interests in the area through the Area Medical Advisory Committee.