HC Deb 10 November 1975 vol 899 c547W
Mr. Aitken

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many patients discharged from mental hospital are currently being accommodated in the Thanet area; and how many of these are living in approved accommodation, run by qualified staff.

Dr. Owen

Comprehensive figures are not available. The Kent County Social Services Department is trying to make an accurate assessment of the numbers of such cases so that the matter can be examined further in collaboration with the health authorities.