Health Authorities (Chairmen) Mr. Austin Mitchell asked the Secretary of State for Social Services when he expects to appoint a new chairman for the North Lincolnshire health authority; and if he will consult staff and local authorities in the area before doing so. Mrs. Currie My right hon. Friend is not required to consult anyone before making the appointment of a health authority chairman. He does, however, take account of any names that may be put forward from various sources. An announcement will be made about the chairmanship of North Lincolnshire health authority in due course. Mr. Austin Mitchell asked the Secretary of State for Social Services when he expects to appoint a new chairman for the Humberside health authority; and if he will consult staff and local authorities in the area before doing so. Mrs. Currie The chairman of Humberside family practitioner committee resigned recently for personal reasons but has agreed to carry on until his successor is appointed. It is too early to say when that will be.My right hon. Friend is not required to consult anyone in making the appointment but will take account of recommendations from various sources including any received from hon. and right hon. Members.