§ Mr. AltonTo ask the Secretary of State for Health how many representations she has now received about the future of Broadgreen hospial; and when she expects a decision to be made about the future of the accident and emergency unit.
§ Mr. SackvilleMy right hon. Friend the Secretary of State has received 21 representations from hon. Members, approximately 20,000 letters from members of the public and a number of petitions. All letters and petitions have been passed to Liverpool health authority to be considered as part of the public consultation excercise which ends on 31 March.