§ 68. Mr. Messerasked the Minister of Health whether he has considered the report which has been sent to him concerning the administration of Houghall Isolation Hospital, Durham; and what steps he proposes to take to deal with the complaints made?
§ The Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Health (Mr. Bernays)My right hon. Friend has received a communication with regard to this hospital from the former matron, and is in correspondence with the Durham Rural District Council on the matter. I will inform the hon. Member of the result.
§ Mr. MesserIf, as the result of the information gained, a reason is shown for an investigation, will a complete inquiry take place and evidence be asked for?
§ Mr. BernaysI must ask the hon. Member to await the result of my right hon. Friend's investigations.