§ Mr. ThurnhamTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what are the financial implications of the closure of mental handicap hospitals in the north-west; and what resources are available to support those people who need residential care. [34106]
§ Mr. BowisThe financial implications are in both revenue and capital requirements. The revenue budgets are identified for the hospitals and are made available for providing the support required for care within the community. Capital costs are funded from the capital resources allocated to health authorities.