HC Deb 02 July 1928 vol 219 cc972-3
43. Mr. SHINWELL

asked the Minister of Pensions whether he is aware that, owing to the isolated position of Edenhall hospital, there is much dissatisfaction among ex-service men who are on out treatment there owing to the long walk to the hospital; and whether he can arrange to provide transport facilities from Musselburgh to enable the men to reach the hospital without difficulty.

The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the MINISTRY of PENSIONS (Lieut. Colonel Stanley)

The hon Member would appear to have been misinformed as to the facts. There is no out-patient department at this hospital.

Mr. SHINWELL

Is it not a fact that many persons who seek to visit the patients in this institution find difficulty in obtaining the necessary transport facilities?

Lieut.-Colonel STANLEY

We have not had any report to that effect. The institution is situated only a few minutes' walk from a place where there is a frequent tram and omnibus service.