§ Mr. Alfred Morrisasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what was the figure for neo-natal mortality in the North-Western region per 1,000 babies weighing less than 2,500 grams in each of the past three years for which figures are available; and if he is satisfied with the number of intensive care cots available to the regional health authority.
§ Sir George YoungFollowing is the information:
Neo-natal deaths per 1,000 live births of 2,500 grams or less to residents of the North Western Region 1976 89 1977 92 1978 86 There are at present 12 intensive care cots in the region. It is recognised that some expansion of this service is needed and the regional health authority is considering proposals for increasing the number of cots.