§ 68. Mr. HADEN GUESTasked the Minister of Health whether, in view of the proposed removal of Bethlem Hospital from Southwark to a site outside London, he proposes to call a conference of those interested in the matter, with a view to the preservation of the site of Bethlem as a permanent open space?
§ Sir K. WOODEnquiries made by my right hon. Friend have not indicated that any useful purpose would be served by calling a conference, but further attempts will be made to see if this matter cannot be settled without pursuing the controversy which has arisen through a Parliamentary Committee.
§ Colonel DAYIs the hon. Gentleman aware that a great deal of hardship will be suffered by the people of Southwark if this hospital is removed?
§ Sir K. WOODYes, and that is one of the reasons why we are endeavouring to call a conference.
§ Colonel DAYCan we know when a conference will be held?
§ Sir K. WOODIt is being arranged, as the hon. and gallant Member, if he had listened to my reply, would have known.