HC Deb 30 January 1980 vol 977 cc660-1W
Mr. D. E. Thomas

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what guidelines are in operation in each special hospital concerning the use and conditions of seclusion; and if he will publish them.

Sir George Young

I refer the hon. Member to my reply to my hon. Friend the Member for Cheltenham (Mr. Irving) on 23 January 1980.—[Vol. 977, c.257–59.]

Mr. D. E. Thomas

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many disciplinary proceedings took place in each of the special hospitals during 1976, 1977 and 1978 involving members of staff; in how many cases members of staff were suspended; and in how many cases professional bodies were notified.

Sir George Young

I refer the hon. Member to my reply to the hon. Member for Lewisham, West (Mr. Price) on 16 January.—[Vol. 976, c.769–70.]