§ Mr. Kilroy-Silkasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will seek powers to register and regulate private children's homes; what information he has as to the number at present in existence; and if he will make a statement.
§ Dr. VaughanA Bill intended to achieve the registration and regulation of these homes was introduced 307W on 2 December by the hon. Member for Hartlepool (Mr. Leadbitter). I understand there are about 170 private children's homes accommodating some 2,500 children.