§ 41. Mr. MATHERSasked the Secretary of State for Scotland in view of the introduction of the Midwives Bill for England and Wales, whether it is his intention to promote legislation for the purpose of reducing the maternal mortality rate in Scotland; and, if so, when?
§ The UNDER-SECRETARY of STATE for SCOTLAND (Lieut.-Colonel Colville)Yes, Sir; my right hon. Friend hopes to be able to make a statement on this subject at an early date.