§ Mr. DunnachieTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will intervene to prevent the 65 per cent. reduction in orthopaedic beds in the south-east district of Glasgow proposed by the Greater Glasgow health board's strategy review; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Michael Forsyth[holding answer 12 July 1990]: I understand that the board proposes to reduce the number of orthopaedic beds in the south-east of Glasgow from 188 to 68, to reflect reductions in both the population of the area and the number of patients transferred from other boards, along with improved efficiency in the service. The board reached this decision following extensive consultation over a four-month period.