§ 52. Mr. E. J. Williamsasked the Minister of Agriculture what steps he proposes to take to prevent the serious flooding of the river Ogmore and the danger therefrom to life and property at Bridgend; and whether he will arrange for officials of the Catchment Board to meet representatives of the urban district council on the spot to decide upon preventive measures being taken before the winter sets in.
§ Mr. T. WilliamsI understand that a fortnight ago representatives of the Mid-Glamorgan Rivers Catchment Board, who are the responsible drainage authority, received a deputation from the urban district council and informed them that if the council were prepared to make a substantial contribution under Section 32 of the Land Drainage Act, 1930, towards the execution of protective works, the Board would carefully consider the position. My right hon. Friend would be prepared to consider for grant-aid under the Act any suitable scheme of works which may be submitted by the Board.
§ Mr. E. J. WilliamsWould the Minister like members of the council and officials of the catchment board to visit the site and discuss the matter, because it is getting serious?
§ Mr. T. WilliamsThe catchment board are the statutory bodies who deal with such drainage schemes. I understand that they have already met the urban district council representatives, and I am sure my right hon. Friend would be very happy if they would visit the area and suggest a scheme at the earliest possible moment.