HC Deb 07 May 1985 vol 78 c375W
Mr. Wilson

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is the total number of beds available in geriatric hospitals or units in Scotland at the present time; and if he will give relevant figures as at 30 September 1984, 1983, 1982 and 1981.

Mr. John MacKay

The average number of staffed hospital patients available in Scotland on the dates shown were as follows:

Average number
30 September 1981 9,995
30 September 1982 10,146
30 September 1983 10,401
31 March 1984 (latest available date) 10,531