§ 33. Mr. Campbell-Savoursasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he is monitoring the geographical spread of private hospitals and their effect on the National Health Service provision in particular regions.
§ Mr. Geoffrey FinsbergUnder the Health Services Act 1976, notifications of intention to apply for planning permission are made to my right hon. Friend and we arrange for copies to be sent to the relevant health authorities. In circular HC(82)6 we have encouraged health authorities to take account of private provision in their planning of services for the local population.