§ Mr. Kershawasked the Secretary of State for Social Services when the new operating theatre at Standish Hospital, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, was first planned; what were the original estimated cost; when it was approved; and what the cost of the new theatre and its equipment has in fact been.
§ Dr. OwenWhen first planned in 1971 the estimated cost including fixed equipment only was £91,000; this was approved on 10th February 1972. The current estimated final cost of the theatre and equipment is £242,201.
§ Mr. Kershawasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether she is aware that three extra trained nursing staff are required to operate efficiently the second theatre at Standish Hospital, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire; and whether she will now authorise their enlistment.