§ 68. Colonel Nathanasked the Minister of Health whether his attention has been 593 drawn to the continued pollution of the River Wandle; whether he can state the principal source of the pollution; and what steps are being taken to improve the condition of the river?
§ Sir K. WoodYes, Sir. The principal causes of pollution seem to be trade wastes and the deposit of rubbish. I understand that the London County Council are continuing to take all practicable steps to improve the condition of the river.