§ Mr. Patrick Jenkinasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will support health authorities which transfer or dismiss staff whose conduct has been shown to be prejudicial to the safety of patients.
§ Mr. EnnalsYes. Questions of discipline are a matter for individual health authorities, but any authority which finds it necessary to take such action in those circumstances will have my support, provided that its action is in accordance with agreed procedures and the requirements of relevant legislation.