§ Mr. GristTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment how many pennies and representations he has received in connection with the send-a-penny campaign designed to improve the provision, cleanliness and accessibility of public conveniences; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. KeyThe Department has received 235 pennies and 88 representations. For over 100 years authorities have had an absolute discretion as to whether, and how, they provide public conveniences. We have no plans to change this.