HC Deb 15 November 1972 vol 846 cc184-5W
Mr. O'Halloran

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will review the need for full Government responsibility for all private nursing homes catering for mentally handicapped children; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Alison

The Government propose that the registration and general supervision of private nursing homes should become the responsibility of the new area health authorities; local authorities will continue to be responsible for the registration and general supervision of private residential homes.