David Ennals decision for the closure of EGA hospital

Title

David Ennals decision for the closure of EGA hospital

Genre

Interview

TX Date

18 May 1978

Year of production

1978

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Duration

00:05:12

Description

Secretary of State for Social Services, David Ennals, defends and justifies his decision to close the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson (EGA) women’s hospital. He says that a bigger hospital could offer more services, and he explains the financial advantages of moving to the nearby Whittington Hospital. Male interviewer not identified (poss. Vivian White).

Contributors

David Ennals; Vivian White?

Keywords

Politics; Government; Health services; Hospitals; Hospital administration; EGA Hospital; Whittington Hospital

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