Bolton West’s MP Chris Green yesterday raised in Parliament his concerns over the closure of a local hospital’s A&E.
The MP has been contacted by local residents who have expressed concern about the temporary closure of Chorley’s emergency department.
Speaking during Health Questions, Chris said:
“Many of my constituents are concerned about the temporary closure of the Chorley A&E department, which now only operates as an urgent care service. What assurance can he give my constituents on A&E cover in and around the Bolton West constituency?”
Health Minister Jeremy Hunt replied:
“May I reassure my hon. Friend that I am very aware of this issue, and I have had a number of meetings with hon. Members to discuss it. Patient safety has to be the utmost priority.
“We are working with the local trust, and we have been given an assurance that neighbouring hospitals will be able to absorb any extra activity, and that it is working hard to try to reopen the A&E department.”