Copy of typed letter to + Staunton, Bishop of Ferns, from P.J. Delaney, Medical Secretary, I. M. A. The Irish Medical Association is opposed to the Proposals for improved and extended Health Services contained in the White Paper. The Proposals visualise State control of the medical profession and medical services; the Association is opposed to the provision of medical services free of direct charge to those who are able to pay or contribute towards the cost of these services.

Handwritten letter to +McQuaid from + D’Alton. It is evidently necessary that some action be taken by the Bishops with regard to the White Paper. Writing to Cashel, Ferns, Galway and Cork to act on the Committee.

Handwritten letter to +McQuaid from + Staunton, Ferns. He was unable to find any guarantee, as promised in the White Paper, that patients may select their own doctor and hospital. Without such a guarantee there would be complete socialization of medicine.

Handwritten letter to +McQuaid from + James Staunton, Ferns. It would seem that the Minister has accepted the suggestions regarding the White Paper. Shows a real desire to cooperate with the Hierarchy.