HC Deb 14 March 1996 vol 273 c754W
Mr. Jamieson

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what communications he has received from Plymouth Hospitals NHS trust regarding the elderly patient who fell to his death at Derriford hospital, Plymouth, on 9 March; and if he will make a statement. [20599]

Mr. Horam

We have received no communication from Derriford hospital about this matter. I understand that the trust is holding a full inquiry. The hon. Member may wish to contact Sir Vernon Seccombe, JP, chairman of Plymouth Hospitals NHS trust, for further information.