HC Deb 21 July 1965 vol 716 cc241-2W
Mr. Loveys

asked the Minister of Health if he is satisfied that local health authorities are playing their full part in the rehabilitation of the alcoholic; and whether he will make a statement.

Mr. K. Robinson

The local authority mental health services are available to alcoholics as to other psychiatric patients. In several areas the authorities work closely with voluntary associations specially concerned with alcoholism. I expect the local authority services to develop in conjunction with the hospital and voluntary services.

Mr. Loveys

asked the Minister of Health if he is aware that a resolution was passed at the recent scientific session of the British Medical Association, calling for a Government grant towards a special campaign to help alcoholism and those in danger of becoming alcoholics; and if he will take steps to make such a grant.

Mr. K. Robinson

Yes; the proposal is being examined.