§ Mr. Geraint Howellsasked the Secretary of State for Wales what is his policy towards community hospitals in Wales; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Wyn RobertsWales is well served by its many local hospitals. The improvement and development of this important sector of our health services is the responsibility of the area health authorities in the first place and I am satisfied that it is given full attention within the limits of available resources.