HC Deb 06 April 1944 vol 398 cc2157-8
21. Mrs. Beatrice Wright

asked the Minister of Health when the promised White Paper on Water will be available to Members.

Mr. Willink

It is intended that the White Paper shall be available in the Vote Office on the First Sitting Day after the Recess.

Mrs. Wright

While thanking the Minister for his reply, can he give any indication as to whether we are to have a day to discuss it in the House.

Mr. Willink

That is a matter for the Leader of the House.

Mr. McEntee

Can the Minister say whether the White Paper will be circulated to Members of the House before that date.

Mr. Willink

No, Sir.

Mr. Godfrey Nicholson

Does my right hon. and learned Friend recognise that we are on the eve of the gravest water shortage in our history as far as rural districts are concerned, and will he urge in the proper quarter the desirability for a Debate so that we can tell him something about it.

Mr. Willink

I very much hope that there will be an opportunity for a Debate.

Mr. De la Bère

Do the Government comprehend that it is all-important.