§ 72. Sir ARTHUR SHIRLEY BENNasked the President of the Local Government Board whether it is proposed to again convene the Local Government Board Departmental Committee upon Smoke Abatement in order that they can complete their inquiries, interrupted in 1914 by the outbreak of war, with a view to reporting whether further legislation is required to secure the abatement of smoke nuisances in the interests of public health and fuel economy?
§ The PRESIDENT of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOARD (Dr. Addison)The question is under consideration and I propose to consult my right hon. Friend the President of the Board of Trade on the subject.