HC Deb 18 May 1938 vol 336 cc411-2W
Major Procter

asked the Minister of Health whether arrangements can be made whereby, in connection with the next district audit of the Buxton Corporation accounts, a special report shall be made to him with regard to payment by the corporation for the services of the Old Vic company, showing in particular to what extent these payments are in accordance with the powers provided under the Buxton Corporation Act, 1927?

Mr. Elliot

The payment in question does not come under review by the District Auditor. I regret, therefore, that, as indicated to my hon. and gallant Friend in my reply on 5th May and in correspondence with him, I have no powers to take the action which he suggests.