§ 18. Mr. Ellis Smithasked the Minister of Health whether he has given consideration to the 74th Annual Report on alkali works by the chief inspectors and, in particular, to page 3 of the report which deals with North Staffordshire; is he satisfied with the activities of the regional committee for dealing with smoke abatement; are all the local authorities represented on the committee; and what action is he taking to abate the smoke nuisance?
The Minister of Health (Mr. Elliot).I have considered the report and have impressed upon the two local authorities chiefly concerned the desirability of forming a regional committee, but one of the authorities, while ready to co-operate, does not favour the formation of such a committee. Both authorities have taken active measures to deal with smoke nuisance, and good results are being obtained. I am keeping in touch with their activities.
§ Mr. SmithWill the right hon. Gentleman use his influence with the local authority which is not desirous of co-operating?
§ Mr. ElliotI am anxious to get results, whether by co-operation or by independent action by local authorities.