§ 80. Mr. Brackenasked the Minister of Transport whether, in view of the Government's decision to postpone legislation for the reorganisation of electricity distribution, he will consider the advisability of making arrangements to suspend the options held by a number of local authorities to take over orders held by private undertakings until Parliament has an opportunity of considering a comprehensive scheme for the future regulation of electricity distribution?
§ Mr. BurginYes, Sir. I will consider any arguments which may be put before me as to the need for some special action, together with any views which the purchasing authorities themselves may desire to submit to me upon any such proposal.
Mr. De la BèreIs my right hon. Friend aware that the inhabitants of the Vale of Evesham and other rural areas in this country are subjected to great inconvenience and loss of amenities on account of the lack of electricity supply facilities?