HC Deb 09 February 1954 vol 523 cc985-6
21. Major Anstruther-Gray

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether his attention has been drawn to complaints from out-patients at Peel Hospital with regard to canteen facilities; and what his Department will do to assist the board of management in this matter.

Commander Galbraith

I have written to my hon. and gallant Friend concerning a complaint he brought to my notice about the distance of the canteen from the out-patient department. It would be difficult to re-site the canteen, but I have no doubt that the board of management will consider what improvements are practicable.

Major Anstruther-Gray

Will my right hon. and gallant Friend bear in mind that this canteen is nearly 300 yards away? That is a long way for ill people to walk for a cup of tea. Will not my right hon. and gallant Friend try to assist the board of management to remedy this state of affairs?

Commander Galbraith

We have also to bear in mind the cost.