§ Mr. Goodladasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether it is his view that there is a shortage of geriatric beds in the Northwich area.
§ Dr. OwenIn 1975 there were 15.3 geriatric beds available in the Crewe health district—in which Northwich is situated—for every 1,000 people aged 65 and over, which is to be compared with my Department's recommended norm of 10.0 per 1,000 aged 65 or over.