§ 22. Mr. LOFTUSasked the Minister of Agriculture whether he is aware that no progress can be made with land drainage in the River Blyth internal district until a proper outfall of the River Blyth is secured; that a proposal has been made by the East Suffolk Catchment Board, supported by the promise of a substantial financial contribution from the Corporation of Southwold; whether the necessary Treasury support has been obtained; and when the work will be put in hand?
§ The MINISTER of AGRICULTURE (Mr. Elliot)I am aware of the position as regards the River Blyth and I have received a formal application from the catchment board concerned for a grant 1537 under Section 55 of the Land Drainage Act, 1930, in respect of a scheme of remedial works for the outfall of the river, estimated to cost £29,000. As soon as the board submit details of the works proposed, these will be examined and, if approved, the board will be informed as to the amount of the grant payable.