§ 71. Mr. Hannanasked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many visits were made by domiciliary consultants of the National Health Service in 1952 and 1956; and in how many of these visits, respectively, the general practitioner was also in attendance.
§ Mr. Maclay30,882 visits were made in 1952 and 34,963 in 1956. Figures relating to the second part of the Question are not available, but it is normal professional practice for general practitioners to be present if possible at these visits.