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Primary Care Trusts and Ambulance Trusts

I, too, welcome my hon. Friend’s statement. The people of Staffordshire will be pleased that Ministers have listened and that there has been a true consultation. Up to two years will certainly allow time for the West Midlands ambulance service and the Staffordshire ambulance service to be aligned and for protocols to be developed, which I hope will maintain the excellent service. However, if a little more time is needed, I hope that Ministers will consider extending it. Ministers have truly listened, so thank you.