Written question asked by Gwyneth Dunwoody (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 20 May 1996. It was answered by Lord Horam (Conservative) on Monday, 20 May 1996 on behalf of the Department of Health.

Dept of Health

Question: If he will review the policy of general practitioner alignment of health visitors; and if he will publish the results of that review.

Answer: Mrs. Dunwoody: To ask the Secretary of State for Health if he will review the policy of general practitioner alignment of health visitors; and if he will publish the results of that review.[29567] Mr. Horam: Health visitors work very closely with their general practitioner colleagues, other members of the primary health care team and the practice population. From 1973, some district nurses and health visitors have become attached to GP practices and this has enhanced both the practice team and patient care. We are currently completing a major listening exercise about primary care. A report will be published in June this year.

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