HC Deb 22 October 1953 vol 518 c298W
107. Mr. K. Robinson

asked the Minister of Health if he is aware that the present state of the law of lunacy and mental deficiency is unsatisfactory and that a large body of medical and legal opinion regards it as out of accord with present-day knowledge of these subjects; and if he will introduce amending legislation in the coming Session.

113. Mr. Dugdale

asked the Minister of Health whether he is satisfied with the manner in which the Mental Deficiency Act now operates; and if he will make a statement.

114. Mr. Wade

asked the Minister of Health whether he will institute an inquiry into the operation of the Mental Deficiency Acts.

Mr. Iain Macleod

I would refer the hon. Members to the statement made today by my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister.

Mr. Dodds

asked the Minister of Health if he is aware of the public concern in respect to the mental deficiency laws; and whether he will consider holding an inquiry designed to ensure that if necessary alterations will be made to conform with modern standards and to restore public confidence in this service.

Mr. Iain Macleod

I would refer the hon. Member to the statement made today by my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister.