HC Deb 24 May 1928 vol 217 cc2054-5
32. Mr. LANSBURY

asked the Minister of Health whether his attention has been called to the disabilities which are imposed upon persons who receive loans under The Housing Act, 1923, a disqualification which prevents such persons standing as candidates or serving as members of the authority advancing the loan; and whether it is his intention to introduce legislation with the object of removing such disqualification?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

I am aware of the position described by the hon. Member but could not promise to introduce legislation altering it.

Mr. LANSBURY

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware of the very considerable hardship caused to people whose only offence is that they have used this means in order to supply themselves with houses?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

It is one of those cases in which there is a good deal to be said on both sides.

Mr. LANSBURY

I would like the right hon. Gentleman to tell me what there is to be said, at least on one side?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

On a, proper occasion I shall be very pleased to do so.