§ 6. Captain Pilkingtonasked the Minister of Health what he estimates is the present shortage of dentists.
§ Miss Hornsby-SmithI would refer my hon. and gallant Friend to the reply given to the hon. Member for Newcastle-upon-Tyne, East (Mr. Blenkinsop) on 11th July, 1955.
§ Captain PilkingtonIs my hon. Friend satisfied with the steps which have been taken and are being taken to remedy the deficiency?
§ Miss Hornsby-SmithMy hon. and gallant Friend knows that the purpose of the McNair Committee is to investigate the reasons for the inadequate recruitment and to make recommendations. That Committee is now sitting, and we shall be most anxious to receive its report.
§ Mr. BlenkinsopCan the hon. Lady say anything further about when we may expect the report of the McNair Committee?
§ Miss Hornsby-SmithI am sorry, but we have no information yet when the inquiry will be concluded.