§ Mr. McCrindleasked the Secretary of State for Social Services (1) what discussions he has had regarding the possible sale of National Health Service staff accommodation; and if he will make a statement;
(2) if it is the role of the regional health authorities to implement the sale of nurses' homes; on what grounds the judgment whether to sell is to be made; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeWe are currently considering a Rayner scrutiny report on residential accommodation in the Health Service, which shows that authorities hold a very valuable stock of property, which is not always being effectively managed. We shall be publishing the report soon.