§ Ann ClwydTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what recent discussions he has had with the First Secretary of the National Assembly for Wales about health issues in the Cynon Valley. [40532]
§ Mr. TouhigMy right hon. Friend and I have regular discussions with the First Minister and Health Minister of the National Assembly for Wales about health issues in Wales. I am aware that the Assembly has recently discussed and endorsed the Townsend Report's proposals for addressing health inequalities in Wales. These will be particularly important to communities like the Cynon Valley.
In addition, I am working closely with the Health Minister on primary legislation which will enable the Assembly to put in place structural changes to the NHS in Wales, with the aim of improving efficiency and management of the NHS in Wales.