§ Ms HarmanTo ask the Secretary of State for Health (1) if he will make a statement regarding Suffolk health authority's proposal to close 30 continuing care beds at Lowestoft hospital; [2094]
(2) what representations he has received from (a) members of the local community and (b) medical professionals regarding Suffolk health authority's proposal to close 30 continuing care beds at Lowestoft hospital; [2095]
(3) what assessment he has made of the impact of Suffolk health authority's proposal to close 30 continuing care beds at Lowestoft hospital on local continuing care facilities; what alternative provision for continuing care in the area has been proposed; and if he can make a statement. [2096]
§ Mr. BowisThis is a matter for Suffolk health authority, which is currently conducting public consultations on the proposal.