HC Deb 27 November 1978 vol 959 cc48-9W
Mr. Arnold

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is the latest indication of the amount of secure accommodation being made available for children in care.

Mr. Moyle:

There are at present 272 secure places in local authority community homes in England. In addition, my Department is bringing into operation 64 secure places in youth treatment centres-YTCs.