§ 16. Mr. PENNYasked the Home Secretary whether, in the new form of death certificate to be issued, he will make it compulsory for doctors to inspect the body of the deceased before signing, so as to safeguard, as far as possible, against the chance of live burial?
Mr. GREENWOODNo powers are available which would enable such an obligation to be imposed upon medical practitioners, and legislation would be necessary to give effect to the hon. Member's suggestion.
§ Mr. PENNYWill the Government, if they remain in office, take steps to bring in legislation to secure these safeguards?