§ Mr. Cassellsasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether the board of management of Ayr county hospital, which has urgent need for accommodation, have achieved any definite results in their efforts to obtain ground for an extension; what land has been offered; of what area and at what price; and why difficulties have arisen?
Mr. Wedderburn:I understand that the directors have not yet obtained land for an extension of the hospital. Some time 600W ago they discussed with the town council and the county council a suggestion that certain land owned jointly by the councils in connexion with the Kyle Home should be given to the hospital free, but they have since intimated to the councils that they have abandoned this proposal. I do not know what other proposals the directors may have in view, but if they feel that a meeting with the Department of Health to discuss their difficulties would be useful, my right hon. Friend will be glad to arrange for this.