HC Deb 12 June 1952 vol 502 cc392-3
34. Mr. Marquand

asked the Minister of Health what consultations he has had with representatives of the dental goods industry since 27th March, 1952; and whether he is satisfied that restrictive practices have now been entirely eliminated from this trade.

Mr. Iain Macleod

I have since received a copy of the revised rules of the Association of British Dental Traders, effective from 8th May, 1952, which are now under consideration.

Mr. Marquand

Has the right hon. Gentleman received any representations from the Dental Traders Federation Ltd. alleging that restrictive practices still persist, and if not, will he consider any information which I can send him?

Mr. Macleod

I shall be delighted to consider any such information. The information which I have is that at least in certain respects the supply of dental goods has been a great deal better. But we are not yet satisfied that the new rules to which I have referred completely carry out the obligations placed on this association and that is being looked into.