§ Mr. Kilfedderasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what was the cost of creating and equipping the burns unit in the Royal Victoria Hospital; when it was completed; on what date it will be opened; and how many people are currently awaiting treatment for severe burns.
§ Mr. CarterThe burns unit at the Royal Victoria Hospital, completed on 10th March 1975 as part of a major redevelopment at the hospital, cost £157,549 to build and equip. Part of the new development is occupied, and discussions are in progress to expedite the opening of the unit. No patients are kept waiting for treatment for severe burns.