HC Deb 15 July 1943 vol 391 c386W
Dr. Summerskill

asked the Minister of Health whether his attention has been drawn to the fact that 200 expectant mothers are refused admission to Queen Charlotte's Hospital every month for lack of accommodation; and what action he proposes to take?

Mr. E. Brown

I understand that substantial numbers of mothers who make inquiries at this very popular hospital have to be refused admission. The arrangement made to compensate for shortage of maternity beds in London is by provision in the Emergency Maternity Homes established in safer areas for the purpose. Additional maternity beds are being opened in London as fast as adaptation can be carried through and trained staffs secured.