Clause 6 - Terms and conditions of employment by health service bodies
Health and Social Care Bill
6:45 pm
Mr Philip Hammond (Runnymede and Weybridge, Conservative)
I am not entirely convinced by the Minister's argument. I can, of course, see the attractiveness to the Secretary of State of having the power to give directions, because they are not subject to scrutiny or indeed to publicity. However, I think it would be convenient to the Committee if I seek leave to withdraw the amendment and continue the substantive debate.
Amendment, by leave, withdrawn.
Question proposed, That the clause stand part of the Bill.