HC Deb 27 January 1958 vol 581 cc20-1W
113. Dr. Stross

asked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that in north Staffordshire the population is, by nature of the principal industries, exposed to accidents and respiratory disease in excess of such exposure in many parts of the country; and whether he will take action to improve and enlarge the facilities for orthopaedic treatment and provide such hospital extensions as will make available extra beds for the acute medical and surgical services.

Mr. R. Thompson

My right hon. and learned Friend is aware of the needs of this area, and a new accident and casualty unit is to be provided as soon as possible. It has already reached an advanced stage of planning.