§ 34. Mr. Ellis Smithasked the Home Secretary whether he can now make a statement based upon the promises made to the hon. Member for Stoke during the Debates in the House and in the Committee when consideration was being given to the Factories Act, with particular reference to silicosis and the promised administrative action; and what action has been taken or is contemplated?
§ Mr. LloydI presume that the hon. Member has particularly in mind the extension of the requirement as to periodic medical examination to workers employed in additional processes involving risk of silicosis in the pottery industry. This question is at present under consideration with a view to amendment of the Silicosis and Asbestosis (Medical Arrangements) Scheme, 1931.
§ Mr. LloydIt is hoped that proposals will be put before my right hon. Friend within the next few weeks.