HC Deb 02 July 1980 vol 987 cc588-9W
Dr. McDonald

asked the Attorney-General whether he will seek to extend legal aid to cover representations made on behalf of a mental patient appearing before a mental health tribunal.

The Attorney-General

[pursuant to his reply, 30 June 1980]: There are insufficient funds available for providing representation. Should additional funds become available it will be necessary to consider this with other claims. Legal advice and assistance short of representation are already available.