§ Mr. Alfred MorrisTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what response has been received from the South Manchester University Hospitals NHS trust to the consultation document on the future of renal services in Greater Manchester; when he expects a decision to be announced; and if he will make a statement. [9180]
§ Mr. HoramThe response from South Manchester University Hospitals NHS trust is one of many responses to consultation which West Penine health authority is evaluating. The right hon. Member may wish to approach Mr. P. Hadfield, chairman of the trust, or Mr. J. S. Downs chairman of West Pennine health authority, for further details. The lead purchaser will present its evaluation to the seven participating health authorities in mid-January 1997. Members of each authority will then be given the opportunity to consider the proposals further.