§ Sir R. Russellasked the Attorney-General what steps are taken by the Court of Protection to prepare inventories and arrange insurance of contents of houses belonging to patients in mental hospitals who come within the purview of the court.
The Solicitor-GeneralOn the appointment of a receiver the court requires him to arrange for the patient's property to be fully insured. In carrying out this duty it is for the receiver to obtain an inventory if necessary. The court does not of itself require the preparation of an inventory, except where someone is granted the use of the patient's furniture.
§ Sir R. Russellasked the Attorney-General how many furnished lettings of houses belonging to patients in mental hospitals were arranged by the Court of Protection during 1972.