§ 61. Mr. Liddallasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that the atmospheric pollution of the city of Westminster, as measured by sulphur deposit for the month of February, was twice the figure registered at Scunthorpe, which town is the centre of the Lincolnshire steel industry; and will he take the necessary steps to render the atmosphere of Westminster as healthy as that of a busy industrial area?
§ Sir K. WoodI have no information which enables me to verify my hon. Friend's figures. The responsibility for the administration of the relevant Acts of Parliament in London lies with the Metropolitan borough councils and the London County Council.
§ Mr. LiddallIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that there has been no improvement of the atmosphere of London for the past 15 years, while the amount of sulphur has slightly increased?
§ Sir K. WoodI am sorry to hear it.