§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what research is being conducted in the United Kingdom into the development of a polio vaccine which is not affected by climatic conditions.
§ Mr. MoyleIt is understood that the manufacturer of oral poliomyelitis vaccine has initiated research for an agent to improve the stability of the vaccine in extreme climatic conditions. At this stage is not possible to estimate success.
§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many people contracted polio in the United Kingdom in the last week for which figures are available.
§ Mr. MoyleNo case of acute poliomyelitis was notified in the United Kingdom during the week ended 13th May this year. A total of 10 cases have been notified so far in 1977.