asked the Minister for Health the number of consultant-stafffed acute hospital beds which have closed since 31 March, 1987.
Written Answers. - Acute Hospital Beds.
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Some 1,180 consultant-staffed acute general hospital beds have closed on a phased basis since 31 March 1987. Many of these beds will be reopened as resources allow.
In addition, a number of beds were closed on a temporary basis for periods during the year.