§ Mr. McQuarrieasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he authorised the Grampian health board to reduce the number of beds in the Maud hospital to 30; and what representations he has received against this action.
§ Mr. John MacKayNo. Decisions on the bed complements of individual hospitals are a matter for the health board itself. We have received no representations about this.
§ Mr. McQuarrieasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received against the proposal by the Grampian health board to close Maud hospital.
§ Mr. John MacKayMy right hon. Friend has received no such representations. I understand that Grampian health board has decided to retain the hospital.