§ 34. Mr. H. Hyndasked the Minister of Health how many children, whose health renders them unfit for normal education, are awaiting admission to hospitals or other institutions where they can get special treatment and education.
§ Mr. CrookshankI regret that the information is not available.
§ Mr. HyndAlthough he may not have specific figures, is the right hon. Gentleman aware of the seriousness of the problem, and can he say where the obstacles lie? Is it with his Department with the Treasury, with the regional hospital board, or in labour and materials?
§ Brigadier Christopher PetoIs it not a fact that the difficulty lies in insufficient accommodation, and is it not time that more buildings were put up to accommodate people?
§ Mr. CrookshankI am quite aware how grievous the position is, but all the Question asked was for a figure, which is not available.