HC Deb 25 April 1966 vol 727 c338
18. Mr. Pavitt

asked the Minister of Health when he proposes to strengthen the powers of the Dunlop Committee; and how he will do this.

Mr. K. Robinson

Legislation is necessary to introduce statutory requirements on drug safety, and will be introduced when Parliamentary time permits. Meantime a voluntary scheme is in operation, with which the professions and the industry are co-operating fully.

Mr. Pavitt

Will such legislation reflect the points of view put forward by my right hon. Friend during the debate on the minority Report presented to this House?

Mr. Robinson

The views to which my hon. Friend refers will certainly be taken into account in preparing legislation.

Mr. Rankin

As a poisonous drug is being put into our drinking water supplies, may we be told what steps will be taken by the Minister to safeguard the health of the community?

Mr. Robinson

I do not accept, once again, the premises in my hon. Friend's question.