HC Deb 10 July 1956 vol 556 c174
16. Mr. J. Taylor

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement on the present state of the discussions and negotiations about the proposals to amend the law relating to mental illness and mental deficiency in Scotland, as outlined in Command Paper No. 9623.

Mr. J. Stuart

So far I have received observations from only two bodies. I think that most of the bodies interested will require some time yet in order to give full consideration to these proposals.

Mr. Taylor

Will the Secretary of State, when he gives further consideration to the proposals, bear in mind that there are very serious misgivings, particularly about the proposals for recommended patients, and will he give the house an opportunity, before presenting any legislation on this matter, to discuss and consider the proposals?

Mr. Stuart

I will bear in mind what the hon. Gentleman has said.