HC Deb 25 October 1993 vol 230 cc464-5W
Mr. John D. Taylor

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many offers have been received for the purchase of Armagh health centre; and if he will now consider offering the public the opportunity to purchase it.

Mr. Ancram

The general medical practitioners working in Armagh health centre have expressed an interest in buying the premises, and their proposal is being considered by the Southern health and social services board.

A separate offer has been received from the private sector. This is not being pursued, nor is the property being advertised on the open market, because Armagh health centre is not surplus to the requirements of the health and personal social services.

Mr. John D. Taylor

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what capital expenditure has been allocated for the Armagh health centre for the present financial year by the Southern health and social services board.

Mr. Ancram

None.