§ Mr. RedmondTo ask the Secretary of State for Health (1) what action he is taking to ensure the implementation in all NHS hospitals of their "The Health of the Nation" nutrition guidelines for hospital catering with particular reference to(a) helping patients needing assistance with eating and drinking while their meals are hot, (b) reviewing patients at risk of malnutrition as agreed in their individual care plan and (c) setting up local groups including patient representatives to implement the guidance; and if he will make a statement; [35838]
(2) what action he is taking to ensure the implementation in all NHS hospitals of their "The Health of the Nation" nutrition guidelines for hospital catering in respect of patients with sensory disabilities; and if he will make a statement. [35839]
§ Mr. HoramThese are matters for local management. Further detailed guidance on catering good practice, "Hospital catering—Delivering a quality service", which includes a section relating to the nutrition guidelines, will be issued on 16 July. I will place copies of this guidance in the Library.