HC Deb 05 March 1931 vol 249 c584
60. Mr. LEES

asked the Minister of Health if he can explain the delay in putting into operation the proposed sewage scheme by the Belper Urban District Council; and when he exects operations on this project will be commenced?

Mr. GREENWOOD

I am still awaiting the receipt from the council of revised plans and estimates which were asked for in October last. I am, consequently, unable to indicate the probable date of commencement of the work.

Mr. LEES

Is the Minister aware that if this sewage scheme were undertaken, it would provide work for 70 men for nearly 12 months; and will he use his influence to try to get it commenced, so as to reduce the number of unemployed in the town?

Mr. GREENWOOD

We have been in communication with the local authority on several occasions, but one cannot compel them.