HC Deb 18 November 1930 vol 245 c270W
Mr. SHEPHERD

asked the Minister of Health what is the accommodation of the Hornby casual ward; and what average admissions have there been during each of the last 12 months?

Mr. GREENWOOD

The accommodation for men consists of three dormitories each containing eight iron beds with diamond mesh mattresses, canvas overlays, straw pillows and four blankets each. The accommodation for women is one room containing three iron beds with wool mattresses, flock pillow and linen pillow slips. The average number of admissions is not available, but the highest number admitted on any one night in the last year is 36.