HC Deb 13 November 1906 vol 164 cc1298-9
MR. WEIR

I beg to ask the Secretary for Scotland, having regard to the fact that there are eighteen schools in the Island of Lewis, the water supply for which is reported to be defective, will he ascertain in how many cases action is being taken with a view to securing a suitable supply.

MR. SINCLAIR

At Bragar and Valtos improvements have been carried out, and at Crowlista and Leumarava improvements will be carried out. The word "defective" is a general term, and my hon. friend's interpretation of it is properly, I think, under the circumstances, not that of the medical authorities concerned.

MR. MORTON

Will these people be given a proper water supply?

MR. SINCLAIR

In the opinion of the medical authorities there is a suitable supply in all places, except those to which the Answer refers and for them a supply is being provided.