§ Mr. FearnTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Services if he has any plans to introduce regulations requiring doctors and consultants to declare any financial interests they may have in private hospitals and clinics in a form accessible to prospective patients; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Newton[holding answer 10 March 1988]: No; but the matter is one which is covered by the General Medical Council's code on professional conduct and discipline.