HC Deb 28 November 1994 vol 250 c537W
Mr. Redmond

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what plans she has to increase the number of mental health beds in those areas where there is most need(a) during the current financial and (b) the next financial year; and if she will make a statement.

Mr. Bowis

It is for health authorities to determine the range and type of mental health services they purchase based on their assessment of the needs of their population.