§ 70. Mr. SHEPHERDasked the Minister of Health whether he contemplates making any amendment to the Poor Law Act, 1930, Section 44 (2), to obviate the probability of a destitute wayfarer being detained for long periods whilst passing through the new Poor Law areas?
§ Mr. GREENWOODThis matter will receive consideration in connection with any recommendations on the subject of administration of casual wards which may be made by the Departmental Committee on the Relief of the Casual Poor. My hon. Friend is no doubt aware of the provisions of Article 131 of the Public Assistance Order.