HC Deb 25 January 1951 vol 483 cc287-8
37. Mr. G. P. Stevens

asked the Minister of Health if, in view of the forecast shortages of electricity supplies, he has given any directive to local authorities to reduce the number of electrical fittings

— Beds brought into use between July, 1948 and June, 1950 Beds brought into use between June, 1950 and December 1950 Totals
Not previously used for T.B. T.B. beds re-opened Not previously used for T.B. T.B. beds re-opened Not previously used for T.B. T.B. beds re-opened Total
Sanatoria and Chest Hospitals 178 821 225 360 403 1,181 1,584
General and Isolation Hospitals 1,207 76 492 26 1,699 102 1,801
Teaching Hospitals 121 — 44 — 165 — 165
Totals 1,506 897 761 386 2,267 1,283 3,550

in council houses to be constructed in the future.

Mr. Dalton

My predecessor has already advised local authorities to economise in the provision of electrical fittings.

Mr. Stevens

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that a local council has received a letter within the last fortnight from the principal regional officer, Ministry of Health, saying that they are unaware of any proposed restrictions on the installation of electricity in new houses.

Mr. Dalton

Perhaps the hon. Member will send me that letter and I will then go into it.

Mr. Stevens

Certainly.