HC Deb 19 February 1930 vol 235 c1383
92. Mr. D. G. SOMERVILLE

asked the First Commissioner of Works whether he has taken any advice from expert landscape gardeners as to the alterations he is making in the public parks; and, if so, whether he will give their names?

Mr. LANSBURY

I have taken the advice of members of my Department, including the park superintendents, who are fully qualified to advise on questions of landscape gardening or other alterations such as are being carried out in the Royal Parks.

Mr. SOMERVILLE

In view of the general uneasiness of the public in regard to the right hon. Gentleman's activities, could not some prominent architect be engaged to "vet" these schemes before they are put into operation?

Mr. LANSBURY

I am not aware of any uneasiness on the part of the public.