§ Mr. BreedTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what representations he has received concerning the working hours of(a) nurses and (b) other NHS staff. [72376]
§ Mr. DenhamDiscussions have taken place with representatives of National Health Service staff about the best ways to implement the Working Time Regulations and agreements have been made in the General Whitley Council and with the British Medical Association. The Government believe these Regulations are important because they protect NHS staff from the risks of long hours, and therefore lead to better patient care.