HC Deb 08 December 1955 vol 547 c82W
54. Dr. Broughton

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what further protests he has received from organisations representative of the medical profession about the ban on heroin since 1st December, 1955.

Major Lloyd-George

I have received a letter from the Secretary of the British Medical Association enclosing a copy of a memorandum which I understand has also been sent to all members of both Houses of Parliament.

Dr. Reginald Bennett

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what has been the annual quantity of heroin produced in this country in each of the last three years.

Major Lloyd-George

In 1952, 3,104 oz.; in 1953, 3,845 oz.; and in 1954, 4,233 oz.