HC Deb 10 March 1987 vol 112 cc167-8W
Mr. Teddy Taylor

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many letters he has now received from the public about the proposal by the North East Thames regional health authority to close the radiotherapy unit in Southend general hospital; and if he will make a statement.

Mrs. Currie

We have received 15 letters which have been referred by hon. Members together with about 670 letters direct from members of the general public.