§ Mr. JOWETTasked whether another death has occurred from anthrax, contracted at the firm of Messrs. Campbell and Harrison, woolcombers, of Shipley, a branch of Woolcombers, Limited; and, if so, what he intends to do in the matter, having regard to the frequent loss of life from this cause at the firm in question?
§ Mr. McKENNAI have received full reports of this case. The man was employed in card grinding—a process which is not dealt with in the regulations and which until recently has not been regarded as presenting specific danger of anthrax. It is evident, however, from the circumstances of this case that measures will be necessary for protecting the workers against any dangerous dust which may be given off during the process, and I am advised that the use of appliances similar to those now being generally installed in the carding rooms of Lancashire cotton mills should form an effective safeguard. Instructions will be given to the inspector to take up the matter at once with the firm in question.
§ Mr. CHARLES BATHURSTIn view of the steady increase in this fatal 1545 disease amongst birds and farm animals and human beings, will the right hon. Gentleman direct an inquiry to see what is the best and most effective disinfectant against its spread?
§ Mr. McKENNAI am not sure whether that question should not be addressed to my right hon. Friend the President of the Board of Agriculture.