§ Mr. Austin Mitchellasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many industrial disputes are currently in progress in the four special hospitals; what are the stated reasons for the industrial action; how many members of the staff are involved; and what has been the length of each dispute.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeNo industrial disputes are currently in progress at Broadmoor, Moss Side and Park Lane hospitals. As regards Rampton hospital, I would refer the hon. Member to my replies to the hon. Member for Ormskirk (Mr. Kilroy-Silk) on 9 July 1982 — [Official Report, Vol. 27, c. 240–242]—and 27 October 1982—[Official Report, Vol. 29, c. 434].