Clause 3 - Functions of the Centre
Health (Wales) Bill
6:30 pm
Mr Chris Grayling (Epsom and Ewell, Conservative)
It is strange that we are establishing a body through primary legislation, while passing to the Assembly the power to abolish it. I am doubtful whether that is consistent with a national health service. We properly devolve powers within the NHS to Wales, but we should retain national health service frameworks, so I am unconvinced of the need for abolition powers. However, I am happy with the Minister's explanations and reassurances on other matters, so I beg to ask leave to withdraw the amendment.
Amendment, by leave, withdrawn.
Clause 3 ordered to stand part of the Bill.
Further consideration adjourned.—[Mr. Ainger.]
Adjourned accordingly at twenty-two minutes to Seven o'clock till Thursday 12 December at five minutes to Nine o'clock.