HC Deb 13 November 1918 vol 110 c2683
71. Mr. THOMAS

asked the Minister for Reconstruction whether the power of compulsory medical examination of the whole population is to be conferred upon the new Ministry of Health, in addition to the powers already announced; and, if so, on what grounds the Government consider it expedient to attempt in the new Department this policy?

The MINISTER of RECONSTRUCTION (Dr. Addison)

The answer to the first part of the question is in the negative. The second part does not, therefore, arise.

Mr. WATT

Is it intended to proceed with this Bill this Session?

Dr. ADDISON

My hon. Friend, I think, knows that it is not.