To ask the Secretary of State for Health if she will seek assurances that midwife-led birthing units in Romsey, Hythe and Lymington will not close before the proposed birthing unit at Ashurst opens; and if she will make a statement. (107579)

This is a matter for the local national health service. It is for trusts, with their specialised knowledge of the local community, to effectively manage and improve local services.