HC Deb 07 July 1987 vol 119 c121W
Mr. Parry

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he is satisfied with the provision of beds at the neurosurgical unit at Liverpool Walton hospital.

Mrs. Currie

The provision of beds at the neurosciences unit at Walton hospital is the responsibility of the Mersey regional health authority. However, I understand that an extra £216,000 has been invested to introduce a six-bed intensive care unit, which opened in November 1986, and later this year an extra £200,000 will be used to fund an additional six beds, in association with the appointment of a new consultant. The hon. Member may wish to write to the regional chairman for further details.