§ 27. Miss Joan Hallasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he has reached a conclusion about the disposal of vacant hospital sites in Keighley of Morton Banks, Victoria and St. Johns.
§ Mr. AlisonYes, Sir. My right hon. Friend intends to offer the major parts of these properties for sale by public auction as soon as arrangements currently in hand are completed.
§ Miss HallI hope these arrangements will be made quickly, because the property in the land is deteriorating meanwhile, and the three hospitals have to be guarded at night from vandals and thieves at a cost of £350 a week, which could be better spent on the National Health Service.
§ Mr. AlisonI have noted my hon. Friend's comment carefully. We shall pursue these sales as expeditiously as possible.