HC Deb 03 August 1943 vol 391 c2059
2. Mr. McNeil

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many miniature radiography units are now operating in Scotland; in any convenient period, how many patients have been examined by this method; and of those, how many have been referred for treatment?

Mr. Johnston

The first miniature radiography unit has not yet been delivered in Scotland. Delivery to Glasgow Corporation has been promised almost immediately.

Mr. McNeil

Would not my right hon. Friend agree that Scotland has been rather badly treated in this respect? Further, does he not agree that this delay is quite inexcusable? Will he do what he can?

Mr. Johnston

There has been no discrimination against Scotland in this matter. There are no mass radiography units, unless for Service Departments, yet in operation in England either.

Mr. McNeil

When did my right hon. Friend promise a Committee of this House these units?

Mr. Johnston

I could not say without notice, but there has been no delay whatever.