HC Deb 14 February 1961 vol 634 c1215
6. Mr. Timmons

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland when it is estimated that the new maternity hospital at Bells-hill is likely to be completed.

Mr. Galbraith

The Western Regional Hospital Board expects that the hospital will be completed in the autumn of this year

Mr. Timmons

Is the hon. Gentleman aware that in 1953 a decision was taken to go ahead with this hospital? Is he aware that it has taken a considerable time to get it completed, and can he give any reason for the delay?

Mr. Galbraith

I cannot admit that there has been any avoidable delay since building began.

Mr. Ross

There have been eight years.