HC Deb 08 May 1967 vol 746 c1045
9. Mr. Gwilym Roberts

asked the Minister of Health how many maternity beds were available in 1964 and 1966; how many he estimates will be available by 1968 and 1970; and what steps he is taking to increase the number.

Mr. Snow

21,175 in England and Wales in 1964 and 22,009 in 1966: the estimated figures for 1968 and 1970 are 24,000 and 25,200.