80. Miss Leeasked the Minister of Health the cost of providing surgical boots in the last year in which these were provided without cost to the wearer; how many pairs were issued; and how many pairs have been prescribed in the first year during which charges have been imposed.
§ Mr. Iain MacleodIn England and Wales during the 12 months to 31st May, 1952, 48,071 pairs of surgical footwear were issued, costing approximately £400,000. In the seven complete months since then 19,435 pairs have been prescribed.