§ 19. Mr. Teelingasked the Minister of Health what steps he takes to warn British travellers abroad against eating clams and other fish food in countries where the hygiene regulations are not as strict as in Great Britain.
§ Mr. R. ThompsonThe Ministry's notice to travellers going abroad advises them all to be vaccinated against typhoid and paratyphoid fevers, which are diseases that may be transmitted by food, including shellfish. Apart from this no special advice is given.
§ Mr. TeelingDoes my hon. Friend realise that there has been considerable publicity during the last few weeks in connection with a case involving two of my constituents? Is he aware that there is nervousness among people going abroad and a feeling that there should be more guidance provided? Can he tell us whether these statements are given at all places where one buys tickets or whether it is provided only on official documents?
§ Mr. ThompsonThe advice in the notice to travellers is also contained in a booklet. "Essential Information for the Citizens of the U.K. and Colonies who intend to travel overseas", which is issued by the Passport Office. Despite what has been said by my hon. Friend, I think it would be invidious to attempt to classify 10 overseas countries with special regard to the nature of their hygiene regulations.