HC Deb 22 June 1927 vol 207 cc1846-7
42. Sir R. THOMAS

asked the Minister of Health whether he has any information regarding the danger to public health in districts where the water supply is drawn from lead-bearing strata?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

I do not know of any district where there is such danger. Lead compounds are found in many different kinds of rock formation, but water naturally containing lead is very rare. Water which will act upon lead pipes is not uncommon, but precautions are taken where necessary.

Sir R. THOMAS

Has the right hon. Gentleman any information about the impurity of the water from the Plinlimmon range?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

No, Sir.

Sir R. THOMAS

Will the right hon. Gentleman make inquiries?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

Perhaps the hon. Member will give me any information that he has?