§ 24. Mr. Brewisasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what plans he has for increasing the number of beds for medical and surgical cases at the Garrick Hospital, Stranraer.
§ Mr. GalbraithThe Western Regional Hospital Board appreciates the present difficulties and expects to receive proposals from the board of management in the near future for the provision of additional beds.
§ Mr. BrewisWould my hon. Friend keep in mind the fact that this hospital serves a very large area indeed, and that the provision of beds is a matter of great importance for the people living in the district?
§ Mr. GalbraithThat is recognised by the regional hospital board.