§ Dr. SpinkTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what obligation there is on community care services and NHS trusts to inform or consult hon. Members about the closure of clinics in their constituencies.
§ Dr. MawhinneyThere is no obligation on national health service trusts to inform or consult hon. Members when considering changes to the service which they provide. We encourage trusts to develop good communications with local MPs. The precise arrangements are matters for individual trust boards.