HC Deb 05 July 1978 vol 953 cc228-9W
Mr. Carter-Jones

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (1) if he will list the special care baby units in Northern Ireland and the number of cots in each;

(2) if he will list the intensive care units for the newborn in Northern Ireland and the number of cots in each.

Mr.Carter

The information is as follows:

fast and these units also serve the local needs for special baby care.

Mr. Carter-Jones

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what is his estimate of the number of babies born in each health area outside a hospital with direct access to an intensive care unit or special care baby unit; what facilities are available for the rapid transfer of such babies or their mothers in fully equipped ambulances to such units should an emergency arise; and if he will make a statement.

Mr.Carter

I shall reply to my hon. Friend as soon as possible.