§ 114. Mr. Ripponasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he is aware that the South View Nursing Home, Hextol, Hexham, is closing down, and that all the patients have been told they must find other accommodation by 31st December; and whether he will make a statement indicating the action he proposes to take and his estimate of the increased cost to, and effect on, hospitals in the area.
§ Mr. SnowYes. Satisfactory arrangements are being made, for the accommodation in local hospitals of residents who need constant nursing attention, and my right hon. Friend foresees no need for action on his part. Bed allocation in the area is adequate, and the cost to and effect on the hospital service will be marginal.