HC Deb 13 June 1978 vol 951 cc381-2W
54. Mr. Newton

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he is satisfied with the provision for treating casualties in the Chelmsford and Colchester Health Districts.

Mr. Moyle

Hospitals in the Chelmsford and Colchester health districts providing accident and emergency services are under pressure due to the increase in the population in the area. The Essex Area Health Authority plans to provide additional facilities in the first phase of the Broomfield Hospital development. on which it is hoped to start building work in 1980.