§ Mr. Doddsasked the Minister of Health what progress has been made with experiments in fluoridation of water supplies; and which local authorities are co-operating.
§ Mr. Iain MacleodInvestigations are taking place to determine the amount of fluoride suitable for addition to water supplies under British conditions and, simultaneously, arrangements are being192W made for dental examinations, the supply of fluoride and the development of suitable machinery. The authorities of Anglesey, Darlington and Watford have agreed to co-operate in the local studies. I understand from my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Scotland that the Council of Kilmarnock has also agreed to co-operate.