§ Rev William McCreaasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (1) how many hospitals have been closed in Northern Ireland since 1979 and what are their names; and what hospitals are planned for closure or change of use in the next five years;
520W(2) how many private hospitals and clinics are registered in Northern Ireland at the latest available date;
(3) whether he has any information as to the number of staff employed in private hospitals and clinics in Northern Ireland at the latest available date.
§ Mr. Chris PattenI shall reply to the hon. Gentleman as soon as possible.