HC Deb 19 March 1968 vol 761 c60W
68. Mr. W. T. Williams

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government to what extent present plumbing practice in Great Britain results in the deposit of lead in plumbing systems; and whether he will make an inquiry as to whether any danger may arise to health therefrom.

Mr. Greenwood

In reply to a Question by my hon. Friend the Member for Wood Green (Mrs. Joyce Butler) on 23rd January I gave the results of a recent inquiry about measures taken by water undertakings to guard against water being contaminated by contact with lead pipes. But if my hon. Friend is concerned about a particular plumbing practice and will let me have details, I will certainly consider whether further investigation is needed.—[Vol. 757, c.83.]