To ask the Secretary of State for Health if he will examine the time so far taken to draw up plans for the redevelopment of Wharfedale General Hospital; and if he will ensure that the process is completed within a reasonable time scale. [5279]

This is a matter for Leeds Health Authority and the United Leeds Teaching Hospitals National Health Service Trust in consultation with the National Health Service Executive which has asked the trust to submit a revised outline business case for consideration. This will give the opportunity for a fresh assessment of the choices for the proposed development.