35. Dr. Russell Thomasasked the Minister of Health whether the broadcast by a doctor at 7.45 p.m. on Saturday, 8th April, in regard to the White Paper on the proposed National Health Service under the title "The Week in Westminster," was made at the request of his Ministry.
§ Mr. WillinkNo, Sir.
Dr. Russell ThomasIn view of the glowing statements made by the doctor who broadcast on this subject on Easter Saturday, will the Minister of Health use his influence in order to see that people get a fair idea of the White Paper by endeavouring to get someone to 'broadcast the seamy side of this doubtful proposition?
§ Mr. WillinkIt would be quite inappropriate for me to use my influence about what is said through the British Broadcasting Corporation.
§ Mr. ManderWhat had the address in question to do with "The Week in Westminster" anyway?