HC Deb 09 March 1926 vol 192 c2095
70. Mr. WARDLAW-MILNE

asked the Minister of Transport whether the Committee which is to consider the possibility of the Severn Barrage Scheme will also be instructed to go into the possibilities of smaller power stations by harnessing the stream of the Severn at various points nearer its source in preference to the possible heavy expenditure on a great barrage at the mouth of the river?

Colonel ASHLEY

On the recommendation of the Severn Barrage Sub-Committee of the Committee of Civil Research the Government have decided to carry out certain preliminary investigations. When these have been completed the whole subject, including the points raised in my hon. Friend's question, will be further considered.

Mr. WARDLAW-MILNE

Do I understand that this matter has been sent to the Committee?

Colonel ASHLEY

Yes, I think they are considering it.

Mr. WARDLAW-MILNE

Your answer read as if it was the other way round.

Colonel ASHLEY

Perhaps the hon. Member will read over the question and the answer together.

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