§ 31. Mr. GROVESasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that certain local authorities are paying fees to doctors for vaccinating children under 12 months of age at clinics where children are left all day in charge of a matron; and if he will take steps to stop this practice?
§ Mr. E. BROWNThe answer to the first part of the question is in the negative, As regards the second part, this is 390 a matter within the discretion of the local authorities. My right hon. Friend assumes that the consent of the parents or guardians of the children is obtained in each case.
§ Mr. GROVESIf I send the hon. Gentleman the information will he consider it?