§ Mr. Alfed Morrisasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what system exists for identifying equipment which is surplus to National Health Service requirements but which might be of value in other countries; what contacts he has with other countries in this regard; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mrs. CurrieLocal health authorities are responsible for deciding what equipment and supplies are surplus to288W their requirements and for arranging disposal in accordance with guidance issued by the Department in HN(76)2, a copy of which is available in the Library. The normal channel of disposal to other countries would be through the voluntary organisation Equipment for Charity Hospitals Overseas.