HC Deb 10 February 1949 vol 461 cc517-8
27. Mr. Drayson

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power what instructions he has issued to his officers in connection with the allocation of petrol to doctors by reason of the coming into force of the National Health Scheme.

The Minister of Fuel and Power (Mr. Gaitskell)

Regional petroleum officers have standing instructions to allow doctors sufficient petrol to meet their essential requirements. No special instructions were necessary, therefore, by reason of the coming into force of the National Health Service.

Mr. Drayson

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that there is an impression among some doctors that those doctors who have joined the National Health Scheme are receiving more favourable treatment than those who have remained outside?

Mr. Gaitskell

That impression is entirely without foundation.