HC Deb 31 October 1932 vol 269 cc1439-40
61. Mr. PERKINS

asked the Minister of Transport whether he will state the reasons why, in view of the fact that the Electricity Commissioners have no legal power to carry overhead electric cables over the New Forest without the consent of the Forestry Commission, he appointed a commissioner to hold an inquiry; and whether he will assure the House that no further public money will be expended in this direction?

Mr. PYBUS

The inquiry into the application of the Central Electricity Board in connection with the proposed construction of certain transmission lines was held in accordance with the statutory provisions which, I am advised, apply. The matter is now under consideration by the Forestry Commissioners and myself.