HC Deb 01 February 1934 vol 285 cc532-3
48. Major NATHAN

asked the Minister of Health whether he has now obtained any particulars as to the number of underground rooms habitually used as sleeping places in the administrative county of London that are unfit for human habitation within the meaning of Section 18 of the Housing Act, 1925?

Sir H. YOUNG

No full estimate of the present position is available, but I am asking the London County Council to make inquiries and will communicate with the hon. Member as soon as practicable.

Mr. G. NICHOLSON

In view of the large number of children who undoubtedly live in these rooms, will the right hon. Gentleman encourage the foundation of open-air nursery schools in these districts?

Sir H. YOUNG

That question should be addressed to the President of the Board of Education.