Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Bill

Before the noble Lord, Lord Hanningfield, comes in, I can give a little more detail. I understand that negotiations are quite well advanced with other departments. These will, of course, be subject to consultation. Other departments are currently considering whether the by-laws they oversee should be included in these initial regulations. Indications are that two departments are minded to do so, and at least two others may well be looking at being included. They are live, ongoing negotiations with, we hope, a positive end to them.