§ 22. Mr. GEOFFREY PETOasked the Minister of Health whether in view of the poisonous gases contained in small automatic refrigerator machines, adequate measures have been taken for their inspection and for the protection of those who use them?
Mr. CHAMBERLAINI am not aware that any danger to health has resulted from the use of these machines, but I shall be glad to consider any information which my hon. Friend may be able to give me upon the subject.
§ Mr. PETOI addressed this question to the Home Secretary. May I ask the right hon. Gentleman whether it is the duty of the Ministry of Health to inspect these machines?
Mr. CHAMBERLAINThe Ministry of Health is responsible for public health, and, if these machines are dangerous to the public health, I suppose they would come under my jurisdiction.