72. Mr. T. THOMSONasked the Minister of Health whether he anticipates being in a position to inform the House of the result of his investigations into the conditions of the casual wards of Oxfordshire; and, if so, when?
§ Sir K. WOODThe matter is still under investigation, and my right hon. Friend is not at present in a position to make any statements in regard to it.
§ Mr. HORE-BEL1SHAIs the hon. Gentleman prepared to hold an inquiry into this very serious matter?
§ Sir K. WOODNo, Sir; I am making investigations through my Department.