§ 78. Major NATHANasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware of the increase of overcrowding in the East End of London caused by the diversion of dwelling houses to indus- 1498 trial purposes; and whether he proposes to take any and, if so, what action to prevent such diversion in the future?
§ Mr. GREENWOODI am aware of the diversions of dwelling houses to industrial purposes in the district mentioned. Control over development of this character can best be secured by the contemplated legislation for extending planning powers to built areas.
§ Lieut.-Colonel FREMANTLEWhen may we expect that legislation?
§ Mr. GREENWOODIt was in the King's Speech, and I have every hope that it will be on the Statute Book before the end of the Session.
§ Lieut.-Colonel FREMANTLEWill it come at the end of the Measures promised in the King's Speech?