Written question asked by Lord Morris of Manchester (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 13 May 1992. It was answered by Tim Yeo (Conservative) on Wednesday, 13 May 1992 on behalf of the Department of Health.

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Dept of Health

Question

What representations she has received concerning registration of people with a mental illness under section 29 of the National Assistance Act 1948; what guidance she has given as to the circumstances in which a local authority may exercise discretion as to whether to register people; what guidance she has given to local authorities concerning registration. - Inc ref to various circulars available in Library.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

207 c147-8W

Session

1992-93

Subjects

Codes of practice Functions Local government Mental illness Powers Social services

Legislation

National Assistance Act 1948