§ 75. Mr. Osborneasked the Minister of Health if he is aware that patients are being kept over five weeks awaiting X-ray examinations, because of the shortage of X-ray films, as evidenced by the correspondence sent to him; and what steps he is taking to end this delay.
§ Mr. BevanI am aware of some difficulties although not specially in Leicester. The facts about X-ray film supply were fully explained in the Debate on 22nd February.
§ Mr. Lawasked the Minister of Health if he is aware of the acute shortage of X-ray films, size 15 by 12, at the Brompton Hospital; and if, in view of 51W the fact that this is the recognised post graduate teaching hospital for chest diseases, he will make such new arrangements for the distribution of X-ray films as will ensure that hospitals of this type do not go short.
§ Mr. BevanAs previously explained the greatly increased use of X-ray films has resulted in some shortages despite the additional supplies made available. Manufacturers have been asked to distribute supplies fairly in relation to known needs.