§ Mr. Lubbockasked the Minister of Health how many hospitals still use the steam kettle method of sterilising surgical instruments; and whether he is satisfied that this method is completely effective.
§ Mr. LoughlinThis information is not available centrally; the "steam kettle" or "boiler" steriliser is not considered to be completely effective and hospital authorities were advised over two years ago that the sooner they got rid of it, the better.