asked the Minister of Health what complaints he has received from the voluntary hospitals concerning the proposed Government contribution in case of war casualties; and what action he proposes to take in this matter?

The matter is now under negotiation but the Government have accepted full responsibility for the cost of treatment of war casualties in voluntary hospitals. The Government propose to make payments on account, subject to adjustment at a later date. The precise basis of the payments and points arising out of the proposals are under discussion with the British Hospitals Association.