§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement on the future of(a) the longstay hospital at Meadowsleigh, Penyffordd, Flintshire and (b) the Dobshill Hospital, Flintshire; and if he will make a statement. [78953]
Mr. Jon Owen JonesThe future of these hospitals is a matter for North Wales Health Authority. I understand that this Authority is in the process of completing a review, the purpose of which is to establish what community hospital services are currently provided and what are required to support local communities over the next 5 years. The Authority intends to publish and consult upon a 5 year strategic plan shortly.