§ MR. HAZELL (Leicester)I beg to ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, as to the Habitual Inebriates' Act of last Session, how many inspectors of inebriates' homes have so far been appointed, and what are the qualifications necessary to such appointments, and the conditions under which they are held; and whether it is intended to appoint any women to such posts?
§ MR. COLLINGSThe Home Secretary has appointed one inspector of certified inebriate reformatories under the Act of last Session, and has selected, in accordance with the recommendation of the Deparmental Committee, which was appointed to advise him in the matter, a "practical and energetic medical man, with a know ledge of institution management and of the treatment of inebriety." At present there is no need for additional inspectors. If the necessity arises, my right honourable Friend will give careful consideration to the question of appointing a woman.