HC Deb 23 December 1929 vol 233 cc1892-3
43. Mr. HOPKIN

asked the Minister of Health what progress has been made on works sanctioned by his Department for the employment of the unemployed in Carmarthenshire; and what steps are being taken to remove the causes of these delays?

The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the MINISTRY of HEALTH (Miss Lawrence)

My Department has sanctioned this year loans for over £98,000 for works in this county in respect of which unemployment grant is being given. My right hon. Friend has not information of the progress of the works; this is a matter for the several local authorities.

63. Mr. HOPKIN

asked the Lord Privy Seal what amount of money has been allocated to Carmarthenshire by the Unemployment Grants Committee up to 17th December; what schemes this covered; what amounts had actually been paid to the county council; and what progress has been made with the schemes so sanctioned?

The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the MINISTRY of LABOUR (Mr. Lawson)

I have been asked to reply. Information on the points is being collected and I will communicate with my hon. Friend as soon as possible.