Written question asked by Charles Kennedy (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 May 1996. It was answered by Lord Selkirk of Douglas (Conservative) on Tuesday, 14 May 1996 on behalf of the Scottish Office.

Scottish Office

Question: How many representations he received in favour of the proposal to site an ambulance base at Kyleakin, Isle of Skye.

Answer: Mr. Charles Kennedy: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland how many representations he received in favour of the proposal to site an ambulance base at Kyleakin, Isle of Skye; and if he will make a statement.[29238] Lord James Douglas-Hamilton: None. However, the Scottish Ambulance Service NHS Trust aims to make the most efficient and effective use of the resources at its disposal to improve the quality of service to its patients. In view of the changes brought about by the opening of the Skye bridge, the Scottish Ambulance Service has conducted a review and has concluded that the additional costs of establishing an ambulance station in Kyleakin will be justified by improved activation and response times. Highland health board, which is responsible for purchasing appropriate levels of emergency ambulance provision in the area, has supported these proposals.

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