HC Deb 31 January 1984 vol 53 cc129-30W
23. Mr. Barron

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will publish the representations he has received on the Griffiths report; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Fowler

I have no plans to publish the comments I have received in the course of consultation on the recommendations of the NHS management inquiry report. When I have completed my consideration of the views expressed, I shall be making a statement setting out proposals to carry forward the report's recommendations.

42. Mr. Yeo

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what representations he has received following the proposals by Mr. Roy Griffiths on the reorganisation of the management of the National Health Service.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

In November we asked health authorities and the main professional organisations to comment on the Griffiths report. So far we have received over 250 responses, including comments from virtually all health authorities and professional bodies and from a number of local professional organisations and interested individuals.

43. Mr. Colvin

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services when he expects the recommendations of the Griffiths report to be established.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

We are still considering responses to the consultation letter on the Griffiths report, and I cannot yet anticipate when we shall be able to make a policy statement.