§ Mr. Wainwrightasked the Minister of Power whether he will institute an inqury into the causes of epidermophytosis among mineworkers; what information he has from the National Coal Board on the incidence of this disease; and if he make a statement.
§ Mr. PeytonThis disease is not reportable and the incidence among mineworkers or elsewhere is not known. The National Coal Board Medical Service and others are seeking a specific remedy. Until this is found the best method of control is by meticulous attention to hygiene. The National Coal Board encourage this at their pithead baths.