Written question asked by John Gorst (Independent Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 5 November 1996. It was answered by Gerald Malone (Conservative) on Tuesday, 5 November 1996 on behalf of the Department of Health.

Dept of Health

Question: When (a) the planned redevelopment of the Barnet General Hospital and (b) the expansion of services at (i) Northwick Park and (ii) the Royal Free Hospital will be completed.

Answer: Sir John Gorst: To ask the Secretary of State for Health when (a) the planned redevelopment of the Barnet general hospital and (b) the expansion of services at (i) Northwick Park and (ii) the Royal Free hospital will be completed. [2228] Mr. Malone: Phase 1A of the redevelopment of Barnet general hospital, including an enhanced accident and emergency department, is expected to become operational in spring 1997. Plans are well advanced for phase 1B of the redevelopment, under which construction work is expected to commence in summer 1997, subject to approval. Extra capacity is also planned to be available at Northwick Park and the Royal Free hospital from April 1997.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 2228; 284 c503W
Session: 1996-97
Subjects: Construction Hospitals Northwick Park Hospital Royal Free Hospital Barnet Hospital