HC Deb 30 June 1986 vol 100 c436W
Mr. Key

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what guidance is given to health authorities on the transport of casualties by helicopter; when he last issued a circular on the subject; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Whitney

Guidance to health authorities on the transport of all types of patient was issued in 1978 — health circular (78)45. Specific guidance on the transport of patients by air was issued in 1975 — Health Service Circular (Interim Series) HSC(IS)196; this guidance remains applicable. Copies of these documents are in the Library.