§ 51. Miss PICTON - TURBERVILLasked the Minister of Health whether, in 1672 view of the fact that the Public Streets Act was passed in 1872, when material and labour were cheaper than they are now, with the result that in many places the Act is not operated either efficiently or even healthily, he will bring in an amending Bill?
§ Mr. GREENWOODUnder the Private Streets Works Act, 1892, and also under the corresponding provisions of the Public Health Act, 1875, local authorities are empowered to contribute from the rates towards the cost of private street works. The general subject of the law and practice in regard to private street works is now being considered by me in consultation with the Associations of Local Authorities.
§ Miss PICTON-TURBERVILLWill the right hon. Gentleman consider making representations to the Unemployment Grants Committee for grants to be made either in part or in full?
§ Mr. GREENWOODI am afraid that I have no power to do that, but I will consider the suggestion of the hon. Member.