HC Deb 30 July 1931 vol 255 cc2482-3W
Mr. BUCHANAN

asked the Minister of Health his reason for refusing to accept the offer of Dr. Watson, of 2, Third Avenue, King's Park, Glasgow, to give his Department the patent rights of a process for extracting, disinfecting, and replanting teeth and a machine for the purpose of boring and tapping teeth; and whether he is aware that America has accepted the patent rights?

Mr. GREENWOOD

I have not considered it desirable to take advantage of Dr. Watson's offer because, as has been explained to him on several occasions, his proper course is to follow the customary practice of making full scientific publication of his methods and results, with a view to trial and criticism by his professional colleagues. I have no information on the second part of the question.