§ 24. Mr. Teddy Taylorasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many letters he has now received from the general public about the proposal of the North East Thames regional health authority to close the radiotherapy unit at Southend hospital; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mrs. CurrieWe have now received 13 letters which have been referred by hon. Members, together with about 166 letters direct from members of the general public. We shall take into account all representations received if we 193W are required to make a final decision on the proposal to close the radiotherapy unit at Southend following public consultation.