§ 61. Captain EDENasked the Minister of Health whether his attention has been drawn to the increasing number of rural cottages in the county of Warwick. normally occupied by agricultural workers, which are now being rented as dwellings for week-ends by visitors from the towns; whether he is aware that this practice is creating difficulties in the housing of the agricultural population: and whether he can take any steps in the matter?
Mr. CHAMBERLAINMy attention has not been drawn to any increase in this practice. The matter is not one in regard to which I have any power enabling me to intervene, and I am afraid that it is not practicable to introduce legislation on the subject.
§ Captain EDENMay I ask the right hon. Gentleman to bear in mind that this practice is increasing in Warwickshire, and that in one village 20 cottages have recently been converted for this purpose? Will he make inquiries into the matter.
§ Captain GARRO-JONESIs it necessary for Members of this House to prepare accurate statistics for the Minister of Health before he takes any action or makes investigation?