HC Deb 26 November 1990 vol 181 c298W
Mr. Rowe

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what is his policy on those recommendations which relate to his responsibilities contained in the report, "Charity and the National Health" (Directory of Social Change Research Paper No. 1) a copy of which has been sent to him; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Dorrell

The management and use of NHS trust funds is a matter for the appointed trustees in accordance with general trust and charity law. Trustees should have regard to the terms of individual trusts in deciding how funds are spent.

The Government encourage fund raising and ask health authorities to consult widely with voluntary groups in planning their fund-raising activities.