§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many hours of voluntary work are given by members of community health councils in England ; what is his assessment of the importance of such voluntary work ; and if he will make a statement.
§ Dr. Vaughan: The number of hours contributed by members of community health councils is not recorded, but the total is undoubtedly very substantial. I value very highly the time and energy freely given by all those who undertake voluntary work for the National Health Service.