§ Mr. CohenTo ask the Secretary of State for Health if he will alter the composition of North-East Thames regional health authority to give due representation to Waltham Forest.
§ Mrs. Virginia BottomleyNo; RHA members are appointed for their personal qualities and experience, and not to represent any particular or geographical interest.
§ Mr. CohenTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what is the representation of residents of each district health authority area on the North-East Thames regional health authority, showing political affiliation where known.
§ Mrs. Virginia BottomleyRHA members are appointed for their personal qualities and experience and not to represent the residents of a particular geographical area.
§ Mr. CohenTo ask the Secretary of State for Health if he will instruct Waltham Forest district health authority to increase the provision of essential life-saving emergency equipment at Whipps Cross hospital; if he will provide additional funding to the hospital for this purpose; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. FreemanThe level of provision of health care services within a particular area is a matter for the health authority concerned, who are best able to judge the priorities for provision of services and equipment in the light of local needs and circumstances.