HC Deb 12 July 1965 vol 716 cc4-5W
41. Mr. Blenkinsop

asked the Minister of Health what is the number of young chronic sick in geriatric wards of hospitals.

Mr. K. Robinson

On 31st May, 1965, the numbers were 140, 920 and 2,069 in the age groups 16 to 35, 36 to 50, and 51 to 60, respectively.

42. Mr. Blenkinsop

asked the Minister of Health what action he is taking to provide young chronic sick units or suitable contractual facilities in those regional hospital board areas where these units do not at present exist.

Mr. K. Robinson

All regional hospital boards have been asked to group these patients in units where this is practicable, and it is for the boards concerned to decide how best to meet their individual needs.