HC Deb 08 May 1967 vol 746 c144W
Mr. Peter Mills

asked the Minister of Health to what extent he has taken into account the four new factories and increase of at least 500 young adults when deciding the future pattern of obstetrics in Torrington, North Devon; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Snow

Any extra demands on obstetric accommodation arising from developments of this order could be met within the proposal pattern of service.

Mr. Peter Mills

asked the Minister of Health what plans he has made to ensure that no hardship is caused to patients or their relatives by the closure of peripheral obstetric units in North and West Devon.

Mr. Snow

Although some patients and their relatives would have to travel further this will be outweighed by the advantages of a modern unit.