asked the Minister of Pensions if the Ministry intends to close Bellahouston Military Hospital, Glasgow; and, if so, what arrangements are being made to provide treatment for ex-service men at present accommodated at Bellahouston or who attend there for treatment and advice

Mr. ROBERTS:

I have no intention of closing Bellahouston Hospital if it can be avoided, and I am hoping that it may be found practicable to come to an arrangement with the Glasgow Corporation, who own the land upon which the hospital stands, with a view to an extension of the expiring lease.