§ 63. Mr. BRIANTasked the Minister of Pensions how many patients at the Saltash Pensions Hospital have discharged themselves during the last 12 months; and if he has made inquiry into the food and general condition of that institution?
Lieut.-Colonel STANLEYDuring the period referred to, 63 men discharged themselves against medical advice from Saltash, after an average period of stay in the institution of close upon six months. I understand that while in several of these cases the men must be regarded as practically irresponsible for their actions, most of the men discharged themselves for domestic reasons. The hospital is regularly visited by medical inspectors of the Ministry, and my right hon. Friend is satisfied that the feeding and general arrangements are satisfactory.