§ Mr. KilfedderTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what is the nature of the proposed capital expenditure envisaged under the heading "Mater Hospital Vacated Spaces" in the draft review entitled "Management Content" issued by the Eastern health and social services board.
§ Mr. HanleyIt is the adaptation of existing accommodation to provide facilities for a gynaecological unit and a medical unit, including the upgrading of the existing sanitary annexes and ward pantries.
The estimated cost of the works including fees and equipment is £791,000 spread over three years, with £200,000 being expended in 1991–92.
§ Mr. KilfedderTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what is the reason for the proposed replacement of the cooling towers at Belfast city hospital; and what is the estimated cost.
§ Mr. HanleyIt is to eliminate the risk of an outbreak of Legionnaires disease, with regard to the type of towers in use, their age and the Department of Health guidance document "The Control of Legionnellae in Health Care Premises—A Code of Practice" (1988).
The estimated cost is £700,000.
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§ Mr. KilfedderTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether the Eastern health and social services board is permitted to use the proceeds of sale of land, buildings and equipment at the Royal group of hospitals and the Mater Infirmorum.
§ Mr. HanleyEach health and social services board is permitted to use the proceeds of sales of its surplus land, buildings and equipment for reinvestment and is free to decide where these funds should be used.