§ Dr. A. Thompsonasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he is satisfied that supplies of chloromycetin are immediately available for emergencies in all areas of Scotland, particularly on the islands; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. NobleAdequate supplies of chloramphenicol are available for emergencies in Scotland, including the islands. Hospital authorities obtain their supplies under central contracts negotiated by the Ministry of Health. Delivery is normally within 24 hours; if supplies were required more urgently, air transport would be arranged. The most usual prescriptions of this drug are for patients in hospital, but chemists should have no difficulty in filling prescriptions issued for individual patients by general practitioners.