Current status: Answered by Nicola Sturgeon on 24 April 2008
To ask the Scottish Executive what discussions have taken place with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde since January 2008 regarding its consultation on reviewing maternity services affecting Inverclyde, West Dunbartonshire and Renfrewshire.
Officials have regular discussions with boards on the arrangements for and timing of consultation exercises. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and officials have had regular discussions leading up to the launch on 27 March of the board''s consultation on proposed changes to maternity services in the Clyde area.