HC Deb 11 June 1968 vol 766 cc3-4W
28. Mr. Roy Hughes

asked the Minister of Health how many special units there now are for the treatment of adolescents with psychiatric problems; whether he is satisfied with this provision; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. K. Robinson

Thirteen; 30 to 35 more are planned. Guidance was given to hospital authorities in 1964 about the provision of such units and boards are fully aware of their advantages.

Mr. Moonman

asked the Minister of Health how many special units there now are for the treatment of adolescents with psychiatric problems; whether he is satisfied with this provision; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Dodds-Parker

asked the Minister of Health how many special units there now are for the treatment of adolescents with psychiatric problems; and whether he is satisefid with this provision.

Mr. K. Robinson

I would refer the hon. Members to the Answer I gave earlier today to my hon. Friend the Member for Newport (Mr. Roy Hughes).