HC Deb 11 March 1957 vol 566 c130W
69 and 70. Mr. G. Thomas

asked the Minister of Health (1) whether he is aware of the inadequacy of hospital facilities for chronic sick patients in Cardiff; and whether he will make a statement;

(2) the number of chronic sick people awaiting admission to hospital in Cardiff; and the number who have been awaiting admission for six months or more.

Mr. Vosper

117 patients are awaiting admission to chronic sick accommodation, three of whom have been waiting more than six months. The services available for the chronic sick are under review.