HC Deb 26 May 1938 vol 336 c1394
76. Mr. Leach

asked the Minister of Health how many cases of small-pox, and how many deaths from that disease were registered in England and Wales in 1937?

Mr. Elliot

Four cases of small-pox were notified in England and Wales in 1937. No deaths from this disease were registered during that year.

Mr. Leach

Now that the work of the right hon. Gentleman's Department, in partnership with that of the local authorities, has abolished the dangers of smallpox practically, will he not also consider abolishing the vaccination laws?