§ 13. Mr. Lagdenasked the Minister of Housing and Local Government and Minister for Welsh Affairs if he will make a statement concerning the lack of sewerage plant in the Hornchurch area.
§ Mr. CorfieldSewage disposal arrangements in Hornchurch are admittedly far from adequate. Conditions are particularly bad at the Bretons Farm Works, which is due to be closed when Dagenham's Riverside Works have been reconstructed. Plans are being prepared for the reconstruction of the Riverside Works and my right hon. Friend hopes the local authority will press ahead urgently.
§ Mr. LagdenWhile thanking my horn. Friend for that reply, may I ask whether he is aware that medical opinion in the area about the state of the sewerage plant is that it causes offensive odours, ill-health, nausea and vomiting, and will he kindly bear in mind that this is a matter of great urgency indeed?
§ Mr. CorfieldI assure my hon. Friend that we regard this as a matter of urgency. I think that he is aware of some of the causes which have led to delay, and I am sure he will realise that these are not entirely the fault of my Department.
§ Mr. LagdenIn view of the courtesy and consideration shown in that reply, I give notice that I will raise this matter on the Adjournment.