HC Deb 21 July 1952 vol 504 c22
35. Sir W. Smithers

asked the Minister of Food what steps he is taking to implement the recommendations of the Medical Research Council for the addition of iodine to all salt for human consumption.

Major Lloyd George

The Food Standards Committee are considering representations arising from their report on this matter. They will, I hope, be able to advise me fairly soon how best to give effect to the Council's recommendations.

Sir W. Smithers

Can the Minister say how soon?

Major Lloyd George

I do not know. There are a good many objections of a technical nature, I am advised, some of which are quite serious, but I will make inquiries and will give the information as soon as possible.

Mr. J. Hynd

Will the Minister resist the attempt by his hon. Friend to dictate to private enterprise what it should sell.

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