67. Dr. MURRAYasked the Secretary for Scotland whether he is aware of the need for dwelling houses for district nurses in the island of Lewis; and whether the Scottish Board of Health have made any progress in the direction of providing these houses?
§ The SECRETARY for SCOTLAND (Mr. Munro)I am aware of the need for dwelling houses for district nurses in Lewis, and the Scottish Board of Health are at present in communication with the Lewis District Committee on the subject. The Board are prepared to give assistance where required from the Highlands and Islands (Medical Service) Fund towards the provision of nurses' houses.
§ Mr. MUNROI must ask for notice of that question. I will tell my hon. Friend that the Board are in communication with the district committee, and have offered to send representatives to Lewis to confer with them upon the subject.