HC Deb 18 June 1990 vol 174 cc403-4W
Mr. Bradley

To ask the Secretary of State for Health how many ambulance services have expressed an interest in becoming self-governing trusts; and if he will list them.

Mrs. Virginia Bottomley

Five ambulance services have expressed interest in NHS trust status including two which are incorporated in other units. The units are:

  • Northumbrian Ambulance Service
  • Lincolnshire Ambulance Service
  • Norfolk Ambulances
  • Cornwall Community Services
  • Swindon Health Authority—All District Services