§ Sir David Priceasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what progress is being made in the establishment of a spinal unit for the Wessex health region; how many beds it will contain; and when it will be opened for admissions.
§ Dr. VaughanConsiderable progress has been made in the establishment of a specially designed spinal unit at Odstock hospital, near Salisbury. The Wessex regional health authority will shortly be going out to tender on the main unit. When completed the unit will have 48 beds; it is expected to open in late 1983.