HC Deb 25 November 1937 vol 329 cc1407-8
69. Mr. Whiteley

asked the Minister of Health whether compulsory powers of purchase have been granted to the Whitley and Monkseaton Urban District Council in connection with the acquisition of land adjoining the present cemetery for extension; what purchase price, if any, has since been fixed; and what is the area and previous rateable value of the land?

Sir K. Wood

No, Sir. An order was made by the council but not confirmed.