HC Deb 07 February 1973 vol 850 c100W
36. Mr. Simon Mahon

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what action he proposes to take following the decision of Bootle Council to close the Remainder Canal (Liverpool and Leeds) within the Bootle Boundary; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Eldon Griffiths

This "remainder" length of canal is the responsibility of the British Waterways Board which is seeking agreement with the Bootle Council and the three other local authorities concerned generally about the canal's future treatment, and more particularly about what further measures can be taken immediately to improve safety.