HC Deb 26 November 1936 vol 318 cc542-3
29. Mr. HEPWORTH

asked the President of the Board of Education how many local authorities in Yorkshire now provide free meals for children who show symptoms of sub-normal nutrition; and how many such authorities do not do so?

Mr. STANLEY

During the month of October, 1936, 24 local education authorities in Yorkshire provided free meals or milk for children attending public elementary schools. Of these, 17 provided solid meals and milk, one solid meals only, and six milk only. Six authorities made no provision for free meals or milk.

Mr. PALING

What action does the board take in the case of those authorities which make no provision although they may have reports on subnormal children?

Mr. STANLEY

Perhaps the hon. Member will put down that question.