HC Deb 24 February 1958 vol 583 c5W
43. Sir K. Joseph

asked the Minister of Health what proportion of children under the age of 15 years was protected against diphtheria in each of the years 1953 to 1956, inclusive; and whether he is satisfied with the position.

Mr. R. Thompson

Respectively 47.8, 48.4, 49.3 and 48.9 per cent. I should like to see the proportion increased and local authorities have been urged to continue to impress upon parents the advisability of immunisation.