HOSPITAL FIGHT GETS BOOST

Campaigners to "Save the DGH" have received a boost by recruiting Lord Denis Healey to their ranks.

The veteran Labour politician, former Chancellor of the Exchequer and Alfriston resident, was invited to become a Patron of the Campaign by Nigel Waterson, the Eastbourne MP.

Lord Healey readily agreed to lend his support.

MrWaterson said: "I am delighted to welcome Denis Healey to our campaign. He is a real political heavyweight, and his support demonstrates how our campaign is truly cross-party. It is great to have him on board."

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