HC Deb 03 May 1978 vol 949 cc143-4W
Mr. Patrick Jenkin

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will make a further statement on the future of the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Hospital.

Mr. Ennals

The North East Thames Regional Health Authority has recommended to me that in view of the unsuc- cessful efforts to provide alternative accommodation for the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson hospital in a district general hospital, the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson hospital on Euston Road be closed. I am now giving the matter urgent consideration and hope to make an early statement to end the prolonged uncertainty over the future of this hospital.