§ 40. Sir John Farrasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he has any plans to increase the number of skilled staff currently available in the National Health Service; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. NewtonThe number of skilled staff which health authorities employ is a matter for them to determine in the light of local circumstances. Their plans for the future, however, do show a continuing growth in the number of skilled staff and particularly in the area of direct patient care.