A CONTROVERSIAL new hospital is the subject of a survey to be published by a County Durham MP.

Kevan Jones, member for North Durham, is hoping to gauge the public's opinion on the University Hospital of North Durham.

The survey of new hospital facilities will be launched today, at 12.30pm, on Front Street, Chester-le-Street, next to the market place.

Mr Jones said: "The University Hospital of North Dur-ham has been open for a few months and we want to find out the views of residents who have used the new facilities."

There will be another chance to complete the survey form in Stanley Front Street on Saturday, September 22, from noon to 1pm or residents can contact Mr Jones at his constituency office on 0191- 371 8834.