HC Deb 06 March 1952 vol 497 c656
56. Mr. Gooch

asked the Minister of Agriculture if be will call the attention of the new river board for the area to the threat to Salthouse, Norfolk, of inundation from the sea, so that they may consider whether it is possible for them to undertake protective works.

Sir T. Dugdale

The East Suffolk and Norfolk River Board will not take over its functions under the Land Drainage Act until 1st April. Arrangements have been made to bring this subject to its early attention.

Mr. Gooch

Will the right hon. and gallant Gentleman take into consideration the fact that the inhabitants of this village have been ravaged by the sea to a very material extent, and regard the matter as one of urgency?