§ Mr. Andrew F. Bennettasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what steps are being taken to improve the provision of beds and facilities for geriatric patients in the Stockport area of the National Health Service.
§ Dr. OwenPreliminary work is progressing at Stepping Hill Hospital for the provision of a unit of 56 beds and 50 day places for elderly patients with mental illness related to old age. Adaptations to day room facilities at Stepping Hill and St. Thomas' Hospital are also programmed for the current financial year. Further information is contained in my letter of 23rd July to my hon. Friend.