HC Deb 04 July 1966 vol 731 cc32-3
44. Mr. Cronin

asked the Minister of Health why no major emergency surgery is now performed at the Loughborough General Hospital.

Mr. Loughlin

The Sheffield Regional Hospital Board is considering the views expressed to it by my hon. Friend and others concerned about this matter.

Mr. Cronin

Will my hon. Friend make sure that this is treated as a matter of urgency, for it is causing grave discontent and a good deal of hardship in Loughborough and areas around it?

Mr. Loughlin

The regional hospital board will no doubt consider any representations made.

45. Mr. Cronin

asked the Minister of Health if he will take steps to appoint a resident surgical registrar at the Loughborough General Hospital.

Mr. Loughlin

My right hon. Friend has approved a proposal from the Sheffield Regional Hospital Board to permit of such an appointment.

Mr. Cronin

Is my hon. Friend aware that that will cause considerable satisfaction to my constituents? I hope that he will ensure that the appointment is made as soon as possible.