§ 40. Mr. MAXTONasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what steps have been taken to deal with the problem of overcrowding in Scotland since the survey revealed that one-fourth of the population was living in overcrowded conditions?
§ Mr. ELLIOTClose touch is being maintained with local authorities to secure the maximum progress in the provision of the additional accommodation required to put an end to overcrowding. This was, as the House will remember, the constant preoccupation of the late Secretary of State for Scotland, and my intention is to take all possible steps to achieve that object.
§ Mr. MAXTONWill the report show that you are keeping in close touch with the local authorities?
§ Mr. ELLIOTThe local authorities are proceeding vigorously with the necessary steps. I am afraid I cannot say any more at present, having only recently entered upon my present position.