§ Mr. Michael McNair-Wilsonasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what proposals he has for the development of services for mental illness in old age in the light of the recent Health Advisory Service report "The Rising Tide".
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeMy noble Friend Lord Trefgarne wrote on 4 January to all chairmen of regional health authorities and chairmen of social services committees commending the health advisory service report, and encouraging the setting up of comprehensive integrated psychiatric services for elderly people with mental illness. An extra £6 million is being made available over the next three years to help with the build up of "Demonstration Development Districts", which will spread ideas about the creation of the right sort of service in response to local circumstances and needs. I share the view of the health advisory service that this
is one of the most challenging and rewarding areas of health care.