120. Mr. Watkinsasked the Minister of Health the reasons which have prevented him from writing to the authorities giving his decision on the report of the public local inquiry into the incidence of tuberculosis at Talgarth, Breconshire; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Iain MacleodIt has been necessary for me to consult my right hon. Friends the Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries and the Minister of Education before reaching final conclusions. These have now been made known to the local authorities and others concerned, and I am sending a copy to the hon. Member.
§ 123. Mr. Hastingsasked the Minister of Health what proportion of the immigrants from the Republic of Eire who entered this country during the last period of 12 months of which he has a record were medically examined; and how many were found to be suffering from pulmonary tuberculosis in the infective and non-infective stages, respectively.
§ Mr. Iain MacleodI regret that information in the form asked for is not available.