§ Mr. Doddsasked the Minister of Health what representations he has received asking him to prohibit the manufacture of moulded rubber footwear on the ground that synthetic materials in the 10W footwear are responsible for foot ailments; what consideration has been given to the matter; and with what result.
§ Mr. TurtonI received representations to this effect from one trade association and contrary representations from two others. My inquiries produced no scientific evidence of increased risk to foot health through the use of this type of footwear.