HC Deb 09 November 1959 vol 613 cc5-6W
Dr. D. Johnson

asked the Minister of Health what steps he has taken to set up Mental Health Review Tribunals, as provided for under the First Schedule of the Mental Health Act, 1959.

The Attorney-General

I have been asked to reply. Members of Mental Health Review Tribunals are to be appointed by my noble and learned Friend the Lord Chancellor, who, in consultation with my right hon. and learned Friend the Minister of Health, is taking steps to collect the names of persons suitable for appointment.