25. Commander Maitlandasked the Secretary to the Treasury how the Government account now stands in relation to the Flood Distress Fund; and what conditions were attached to Her Majesty's Government's contribution with regard to the final disposal of the fund.
§ Mr. H. BrookeHer Majesty's Government have so far contributed £2 million to the Lord Mayor's Flood and Tempest Distress Fund. No conditions were attached. The fund itself can only make disbursements for the purposes for which it was set up.
Commander MaitlandCan my right hon. Friend inform the House how it is proposed now to continue to administer the fund, observing that there are outstanding appeals to it at present and may be in the future?
§ Mr. BrookeI think that is a matter for the authorities of the fund and not for the Government.