HL Deb 03 November 1999 vol 606 cc93-4WA
Lord Harris of Haringey

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What future they see for the National Waiting List Helpline currently provided by the College of Health; and what discussion they have had or intend to have with the College of Health on this matter. [HL4282]

The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Department of Health (Lord Hunt of Kings Heath)

The helpline is the responsibility of the College of Health. Health authorities fund the Health Information Service which can provide information on local waiting times.