§ Mr. Viantasked the Minister of Health if he is aware of the large number of citizens who are opposed to the fluoridation of water; and, in view of the controversy at present taking place in medical and dental circles as to the merits and demerits of fluoridation, if he will advise the responsible authorities to cease the practice until more conclusive evidence on the value of fluoridation is available.
§ Mr. Walker-SmithThough the opposition to the fluoridation of water supplies is very vocal, I have no reason to think that the numbers of the opponents are large. The weight of authoritative professional opinion is preponderantly in favour of it. Since the object of the demonstrations now taking place is to make clear to all the value of fluoridation, I should certainly not wish to advise the authorities concerned to discontinue them.