§ Mr. Easthamasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many geriatric acute patients beds there are in North Manchester; and what are the recommended numbers of such beds.
§ Sir George YoungAt 31 December 1980, there were 325 beds for geriatric patients in Manchester North health194W district, of which 224 were classified as assessment, acute or rehabilitation beds. The Department issued advice to the NHS on numbers of geriatric beds in 1972, when it was recommended that, out of a total requirement of 10 beds per 1,000 population aged 65 and over, five beds would be required for assessment, acute treatment and active rehabilitation. Using this advice as a guideline, the North-Western regional health authority calculates North Manchester's need for assessment, acute and rehabilitation beds as 222.
§ Mr. Easthamasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what was the total capital allowance for geriatric capital projects for the years 1974 to 1980; and what was the cost expressed in real terms, taking 1974 for comparison.
§ Sir George YoungCapital allocations to regional health authorities are based on an overall assessment of relative health care need. Account is also taken of the quality and age of existing capital stock. The provision of service facilities for particular client groups is, therefore, a matter for health authorities to determine in the light of local and national priorities and available resources.