HC Deb 03 May 1927 vol 205 c1452
51. Mr. HERBERT WILLIAMS

asked the Minister of Health whether his attention has been drawn to the decision of the Board of Health in Scotland to allow the use of sulphur dioxide as a preservative for minced butcher meat during the months of June, July, August and September in any year; and whether, having regard to the higher average temperature in England and Wales, he will consider introducing the same Regulations?

Sir K. WOOD

My right hon. Friend is aware of the decision of the Scottish Board of Health, but as at present advised, does not propose to modify the Regulations as issued in regard to meat.

Mr. H. WILLIAMS

Can my hon. Friend say why, when there is a higher temperature in England, it is necessary to have more stringent Regulations in England than in Scotland?

Sir K. WOOD

I understand that in Scotland special arrangements have to be made.

Mr. EVERARD

Will my hon. Friend say why, if the preservatives are allowed in this case, his right hon. Friend is going to prohibit the use of preservatives in cream in England?

Sir K. WOOD

I am not prepared to enter into that question. I do not think that would be fair to England.