HC Deb 20 October 1971 vol 823 cc150-1W
Mr. Golding

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many persons have been detained in custody for psychiatric reports in the past 12 months.

Mr. Carlisle

In England and Wales, 13,680 during the 12 months ended 31st December, 1970. I am arranging for the figures up to 30th September to be collected and will write to the hon. Member.