§ Mr. Arnoldasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether his consent is required for the proposed sale of Marple Dale hospital, Stockport, by the regional health authority.
§ Mr. Geoffrey FinsbergNo: regional health authorities have delegated authority to dispose of surplus NHS land and property.
§ Mr. Arnoldasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he has received any representations concerning the proposed sale of Marple Dale hospital, Stockport.