§ 18. Sir Russell Johnstonasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is Government policy on the construction of detoxification centres in Scotland.
§ Mr. John MacKayThe provision of facilities and services for people with alcohol-related problems is a matter for local authorities and health boards.
Voluntary organisations wishing to provide facilities of this nature may be eligible for grant under section 10 of the Social Work (Scotland) Act 1968.