37. Mr. CHORITONasked the Minister of Health when the proposed arrangement to supply Water to Denby Dale, which at present suffers from scarcity, will be put into force?
§ Mr. SHAKESPEAREDifficulties have arisen in obtaining the contemplated bulk supply from a neighbouring local authority, and one of the inspectors of my Department is visiting the locality tomorrow to investigate the matter.
§ Mr. THORNECan the hon. Gentleman say what are the difficulties in connection with this matter; is the local authority in question putting any obstacle in the way of linking up the pipes?
§ Mr. SHAKESPEAREIt is a question of getting the best supply at the most reasonable cost, and that involves consideration by the Department.
§ Mr. GLOSSOPWill the inspector of the Ministry consult with a section of the ratepayers, as well as the council, on this matter?