HC Deb 18 March 2004 vol 419 c449W
Mr. Baron

To ask the Secretary of State for Health how many consultants in each strategic health authority are trained in the care and complex management of Parkinson's disease. [162230]

Dr. Ladyman

The information requested is not collected centrally.

Mr. Baron

To ask the Secretary of State for Health if he will support the extension of specialist nurses in the management of Parkinson's disease to all NHS trusts in England. [162232]

Dr. Ladyman

It is for primary care trusts in partnership with local stakeholders to make decisions about the staff and services required to meet the health care needs of their local populations, including those with Parkinson's disease.