§ Mr. Andrew SmithTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Services what timetable he is working to in relation to the appointment of trade union nominees to regional health authorities; and what criteria for selection he employs.
§ Mrs. CurrieThe terms of office approximately half the members of regional health authorities end on 30 September 1988. My right hon. Friend appoints members because of their own personal qualities and not to represent any particular interest and will consider all nominations, including those from wider trade union movement, on that basis.