Mr. Gareth R. ThomasTo ask the Secretary of State for Health, pursuant to his answer of 19 November 2001,Official Report, column 112W, what progress has been made on the modernisation of Northwood and Pinner community hospital; and if he will make a statement. [39324]
§ Mr. HuttonThe Hillingdon modernisation review began in the autumn of 2001. Its purpose is to set the strategic context for the longer term development of Hillingdon health and social care services, including the estate and facilities required to deliver these services. Proposals for the future of Northwood and Pinner community hospital will emerge from the strategic plans currently being drawn up for the development of the Hillingdon hospital infrastructure and services, and will take account of the needs of Harrow residents. The proposals are being developed to support the priorities identified within the local modernisation review.