HC Deb 28 March 1960 vol 620 c88W
Mr. Delargy

asked the Minister of Health at what date the plans for the improvement and extension of Orsett Hospital were first submitted to his Department.

Mr. Walker-Smith

Sketch plans were formally submitted by the regional hospital board on 22nd August, 1958, and were later modified following discussions with my officers.

Mr. Delargy

asked the Minister of Health on what date the improvement and extension of Orsett Hospital will begin.

Mr. Walker-Smith

The regional hospital board is preparing working drawings for stage I, but I cannot yet say when building work will be started.