§ 11. Mr. Mathersasked the Seretary of State for Scotland what applications he has had from local authorities for action to be taken on the strength of the provisions in the Public Health (Coal Mine Refuse) (Scotland) Act; what attitude he has taken; and whether he has indicated his general policy in this connection to the local authorities?
§ Mr. ColvilleNo applications have so far been received by the Department of Health for Scotland from local authorities for consent to proceedings being taken by them under the provisions of this Act. I am issuing a circular to local authorities calling their attention to the passing of this Act.