73. Mr. Davidsonasked the Minister of Health the total amount expended in out-relief in money and kind in Great Britain for the years ended January, 1930, and 1938, respectively?
§ Mr. ElliotThe total amount expended during the year ended January, 1930, was £12,778,042. The corresponding figure for the year ended January, 1938, was £17,198,276. As regards Scotland, I would refer the hon. Member to my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State.
Mr. DavidsonIn view of the fact that the right hon. Gentleman is now established as Minister of Health, can he indicate what special steps he is taking to clear up this £7,000,000 of increase in Poor Law relief in this country in that period, while, at the same time, we have had an increase in unemployment?
§ Mr. ElliotThat does not arise out of the question. It is too difficult to discuss the matter by question and answer, and the hon. Member's arithmetic is nearly £2,000,000 out.
§ Mr. Speakerrose —