HC Deb 19 February 1931 vol 248 c1468W
Sir H. CAYZER

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty, in view of the occurrence of a further case of spotted fever at Eastney Barracks, Portsmouth, what steps are being taken to prevent the spread of the disease?

Mr. G. H. HALL

Only one case of spotted fever has occurred at Eastney Barracks. The following steps have been taken to prevent spread of the disease: 1. No outside residents are permitted to attend any Divisional entertainment. 2. The Divisional Church will be closed except to persons residing within the confines of Eastney Barracks. 3. No football, hockey or shooting matches will take place either at home or away.