§ Dr Roger Thomasasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how often waiting lists for both hospital out-patient appointments and admissions are reviewed in order to maintain the accuracy of such information; and whether any recent changes have occurred in the way such lists are compiled.
§ Sir George YoungThe design and operation of such procedures are matters for individual health authorities and hospitals, and the Department does not receive routine reports on these activities. I would expect all authorities to encourage locally agreed arrangements designed to achieve the minimum possible waiting times.