§ Mr. LoveTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what response he has received on the operation of the new drop-in centres; and if he will make a statement. [144493]
§ Mr. DenhamResponse to the opening and first few months' operation of the centres has generally been positive. Feedback from the centres suggests that patients particularly appreciate the extended opening hours and need for no appointment.
The Department has commissioned a full evaluation of National Health Service walk-in centres. Its results will help inform the development of future centres. The final report is due in December 2001.