HC Deb 27 May 1982 vol 24 cc388-9W
Mr. Hardy

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will take steps to secure the resolution of the industrial dispute in the National Health Service within the Rotherham area.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

The responsibility for dealing with industrial action lies with local health services management. Health authorities were given clear guidance in 1979 on the action to be taken when industrial relations break down.