HC Deb 05 October 1944 vol 403 cc1101-2
2. Mr. Rhys Davies

asked the Minister of Labour if he is aware that Fred Colbran, Eastbourne, was recently prosecuted by his Ministry for lateness at work; that he was fined; that the doctor who examined him had declared, in spite of the man's protestations to the contrary, that he was fit for work; that he collapsed at work; was that doctor employed by his Ministery to examine Colbran; what fee was paid; and what action has been taken against the doctor for his error in diagnosing the man's ailment.

Mr. Bevin

I have written fully to my hon. Friend about this case.

Mr. Davies

Cannot my right hon. Friend tell those doctors who are employed by him in examining these cases, to be a little more careful? There is no sense in telling a man to go to work if, on arriving there, he collapses.

Mr. Bevin

I cannot make doctors perfect, however I try.