§ Mr. SCURRasked the Minister of Health whether his attention has been drawn to the fact that members of county councils, particularly in rural districts, suffer considerable financial loss in attending to their duties; that this fact prevents many suitable persons standing as candidates; and if he will introduce legislation to enable county councils to pay the out-of-pocket expenses of members?
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§ Sir K. WOODMy right hon. Friend has received some representations on this subject. He cannot undertake to introduce the suggested legislation, but he understands that the County Councils Association are considering the question of promoting a Bill.