THE fate of Alton's once- famous orthopaedic hospital hangs precariously in the balance this week as ministerial consideration is given to its future.
Seen as a possible key to relieving the South's orthopaedic waiting lists, all three political parties appear united in the fight to retain Lord Mayor Treloar Hospital for continued health use.
A full version of this story can be found in the Alton Herald of October 13, 2000.