§ Mr. Raymond Fletcherasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what plans he has for ensuring that former patients from mental hospitals, suffering from nervous breakdowns occasioned by overwork, are not disadvantaged in securing employment after their discharge.
§ Mr. AlisonLocal authority social service departments and hospital authorities are encouraged to co-operate with the Disablement Resettlement Officers of the Department of the Employment in securing suitable employment for former mental hospital patients. Public tolerance and understanding are often important and we do our best to encourage a helpful and enlightened attitude.