§ 5. Mr. Glossopasked the Minister of Health if he has considered the copy sent to him of a verbatim report of a public meeting held in the Shire Hall, Howden, on 14th June, to protest against the closure of the Howden Public Assistance Institution; and what action he has taken as a result of his meeting.
§ Mr. KeyYes, Sir. My right, hon. Friend has ascertained that another copy of the report has reached the county council and will be considered at their next meeting. He proposes to await the result. Meanwhile the institution will remain open.
§ Mr. GlossopWill the hon. Gentleman tell me how many persons spoke at this meeting; how many spoke in favour of the resolution; and how many were speaking on behalf of organisations such as the W.V.S., the local Labour Party, and working men's clubs?