§ 43. Sir K. Josephasked 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. ThompsonRespectively 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.