§ Mr. Alldrittasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what was the final capital cost of the premature baby unit at Walton Hospital, Liverpool, which came into use after 9th March, 1965; and what other capital expenditure has been incurred on the maternity wing of this hospital in each of the following years, namely, 1962–63, 1963–64, 1964–65, 1965–66, 1966–67 and 1967–68.
§ Mr. Alldrittasked the Secretary of State for Social Services when the maternity wing at Walton Hospital, Liverpool, will be closed; on what date the decision was taken on closure; and what are the alternative arrangements.
§ Mr. SnowNo proposal to close this maternity wing has been received by my Department; the Liverpool Regional Hospital Board will consult with any interests likely to be concerned before making any recommendation to my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State.