HC Deb 30 July 1998 vol 317 cc386-7W
Mr. John D. Taylor

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what effect the recent events at Drumcree had on the availability of theatres at the Ulster Hospital for emergency casualties; and if she will make a statement. [54071]

Mr. McFall

The Ulster Hospital has six theatres, all of which could be utilised in an emergency situation. On Saturday, 11 July and Monday, 13 July two emergency theatres were utilised, while on Sunday, 12 July and Tuesday, 14 July one theatre was used.