HC Deb 05 June 1930 vol 239 c2373
54. Mr. DAY

asked the Minister of Health whether any decision has been arrived at by his Department for the adoption of covered sanitary refuse carts by local authorities; and what recommendations have been made to the local authorities with regard thereto?

Mr. GREENWOOD

On the general question of covered refuse vehicles, I would refer my hon. Friend to my reply to his question of 28th November last. If his present question relates to London, I may say that the report of the Departmental Committee on London Cleansing has now been received, and will be published as soon as possible.

Mr. DAY

Will the same system of covered carts be recommended in the provinces as well as in London?

Mr. GREENWOOD

I have not yet read the report.

Major COLFOX

Has the Minister any power to compel all carts used by day to be closed carts?

Mr. MUGGERIDGE

Is the Minister in favour of having covered dumps as well as covered carts?

Mr. GREENWOOD

I understand that that matter is dealt with in the report, which is to be published.

Mr. MUGGERIDGE

When, Sir?