§ Mr. Mahonasked the Minister of Health (1) what provision is to be made for the continuance of treatment of dock casualties in the event of the closure of both Bootle and Liverpool Stanley Hospitals; if he is aware of the need for such provision in the dock area of Merseyside's seven-mile waterfront; and what representations he has received from medical men in the Liverpool area regarding the proposed closures;
(2) when it is proposed to close down the Liverpool Stanley Hospital; what alternative provision is to be made in place of the present services this hospital now provides; and if he will maintain Stanley Hospital on efficient standards until such time as adequate alternative arrangements have been made.
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§ Mr. BraineThe Hospital Plan envisages the closure of both the Bootle and Liverpool Stanley Hospitals but no final decisions have been made; we are aware of the need for efficient services for the treatment of accidents in the dock area and the intention is to improve on them; my right hon. Friend has not received any such representations but the Board of Governors are discussing their proposals for closing the Liverpool Stanley Hospital with local interests.