§ 64. Mr. Sorensenasked the Minister of Health in view of the considerable increase in the number of mental deficients in 1946 who were unable to be admitted into suitable institutions and the hardship and the misery this imposes on themselves and other members of their households, what steps have been taken to deal with this urgent need.
§ Mr. BevanThe provision of further accommodation for mental defectives has been given such priority as is possible in present circumstances; but difficulties in supply of building labour and materials have prevented any substantial extensions; and the shortage of nursing staff has imposed a further limitation.