HC Deb 16 January 1997 vol 288 c332W
Mr. Lewis

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what the role of the NHS executive, north-west will be in the public consultation process regarding paediatric services in Greater Manchester. [11094]

Mr. Horam

The regional offices of the Department of Health have an important role in facilitating discussions between key players locally and then to advise my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State, where decisions have to be referred to him.