§ 47. Mr. Andrew F. Bennettasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many beds are available for geriatric patients in the Stockport Area Health Authority now; how many extra beds will become available during the next five years; and what is the estimate for the population over 75 years of age in the Stockport Area Health Authority area now and in five and 10 years time.
§ Mr. MoyleThe Stockport Area Health Authority has 325 beds available at present for geriatric patients. During the next five years a further 74 beds will become available. Population estimates for those aged 75 and over are:
1978 14,600 1983 17,100 1988 18,600