§ Mr. Juddasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what communications he has received from The Samaritans organisation for helping potential suicide cases since February, 1969, concerning the possibility of financial support; what replies he has sent; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Dr. John Dunwoody:The Samaritans' request for a grant was received in February, 1969, and further supporting papers were sent in November and September, and also in January this year. No decision on this request has yet been reached as explained to the organisation, this is because we are having to review the whole range of voluntary effort to determine our priorities for aid to the many bodies which have sought grants. It is hoped to complete this review shortly.
562Whospital facilities in the Portsmouth area during the current financial year; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Crossman:The Wessex Regional Hospital Board expects to spent £390,000 in the financial year 1970–71 on capital developments at hospitals of the Portsmouth Group and St. James Hospital Management Committees.