HC Deb 08 March 1934 vol 286 cc2024-5W
Sir A. WILSON

asked the Minister of Health if he has any information as to whether infection from tuberculosis may be derived from imported butter, cheese, and milk-blended margarine as well as from milk; and whether he is satisfied with the precautions taken to prevent infection from this source?

Sir H. YOUNG

I am advised that the danger of infection with tuberculosis from dairy products made from pasteurised milk or cream is negligible. I understand that practically all the milk and cream used in the preparation of imported butter and margarine is pasteurised, but I cannot say what proportion of imported cheese is made from pasteurised milk.