§ Mr. MillerTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what discussions have taken place between her Department and Merseyside regional health authority in respect of planned reductions in provision for the Countess of Chester hospital; and what estimates have been made of the effects of these cuts on patient care.
§ Mr. SackvilleProvision of services at the Countess of Chester hospital national health service trust is a matter for the trust in consultation with local purchasers. I understand that the hon. Member is to meet the chairman and chief executive of the trust to discuss this matter.