§ 70. Mr. HALLASasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that the Smethwick corporation are finding it necessary compulsorily to purchase houses and to order the occupation of others that are being kept void for the purposes of sale; and whether he will take steps to remind other local governing bodies of their powers and duty in this respect?
§ Dr. ADDISONYes, Sir. I am, in suitable cases, recommending local authorities to make use of their powers under the Housing Acts for the acquisition of houses which are, or can reasonably be made, fit as dwellings for the working classes.