§ 82. Mr. W. THORNEasked the Minister of Pensions if he is aware that extra rations ordered by the ward doctor to ex-service men at the Orpington Hospital, Kent, have now been taken away on account of economy in the in stitution; if he can state who is responsible for the extra rations being taken away; and if he will take action in the matter?
§ The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the MINISTRY of PENSIONS (Captain Craig)There has been no alteration in the dietary scale at this hospital, nor has there been any restriction as regards the issue of special diet above the scale as part of the medical requirements of the case.