HC Deb 24 April 1956 vol 551 c134W
Mr. Watkins

asked the Minister of Health what stock has been sold from the Mid-Wales Mental Hospital Farm and what price was received; upon what date farming operations ceased; what food production activities are now taking place; and what is his policy with regard to the future of the farm.

Mr. Turton

258 head of live stock and all "dead" stock surplus to hospital requirements were sold for £5,703 and £3,729 respectively. Farming operations ceased at 31st December, 1955, but market gardening at the hospital is continuing. It is intended to sell or let the farm land and buildings.