§ Mr. MartlewTo ask the Secretary of State for Health how many patients living in East Cumbria health district attend Newcastle hospital for renal dialysis treatment.
§ Mr. FreemanThe information requested is not held centrally. The hon. Member may however wish to write to the chairman of Newcastle health authority for the information.
§ Mr. MartlewTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what plans there are for East Cumbria health district patients needing hospital renal dialysis to receive this treatment in East Cumbria.
§ Mr. FreemanThe Northern regional health authority has approved in principle the provision of renal services at804W Cumberland infirmary, Carlisle. The scheme is one of a number competing for funding within the health authority's development programme.