HC Deb 26 March 1913 vol 50 c1648
79. Sir J. LONSDALE

asked the President of the Local Government Board if his attention has been called to the reported contamination of part of the London water supply; and if he can give any information on the subject to allay public apprehension?

Mr. BURNS

My attention has been drawn to the matter referred to, and I have been in communication with the Metropolitan Water Board, who have been investigating it since the first complaints were received. The unpleasant taste which has been noticed in the water is due to the decay of algæ, but I am glad to be able to state that it is not in any way injurious to health. The source of the trouble having been discovered, steps have, I understand, been taken to remove the ground of complaint.