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47.
Mr. Andrew F. Bennett
asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many beds are available for geriatric patients in the Stockport Area Health Authority now; how many extra beds will become available during the next five years; and what is the estimate for the population over 75 years of age in the Stockport Area Health Authority area now and in five and 10 years time.
Mr. Moyle
The Stockport Area Health Authority has 325 beds available at present for geriatric patients. During the next five years a further 74 beds will become available. Population estimates for those aged 75 and over are:
| 1978 | 14,600 |
| 1983 | 17,100 |
| 1988 | 18,600 |