§ Mr. Patrick Jenkinasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is the estimated cost of the inquiry into the death of Darryn Clarke in Liverpool.
§ Mr. EnnalsThe committee of inquiry has still to complete its work and no estimate can yet be given.
850Wrecent years; in 1970, 15 per cent. of geriatricians held awards, rising to 23 per cent. in 1978. For specialists in community medicine the 1974 figure was 3 per cent., and that for 1978, 14 per cent.
It is hoped to introduce modifications to the system, in conjunction with the new consultant contract, which will recognise explicitly that meritorious service alone can be sufficient reason for an award and establish formally the basis on which the advisory committee seeks to achieve a more even distribution of awards between regions and specialties.