Mr. F. HALLasked the Minister of Health whether he has now received any communication from the Chester-le-Street district council regarding the case of Mr. F. J. Edge, until recently commissioner for Region A; and what action he proposes to take in the matter?
§ Dr. ADDISONI have received a copy of the letter addressed by Major Edge to local authorities in Region A, in which he announces his resignation, his return to private practice and his willingness to place his services at the disposal of local authorities wishing to avail themselves of them. In view of the inadequate progress made in this Region, in which the housing needs are very great, I found it necessary to ask Major Edge to tender his resignation. I do not think that any further action on my part is called for.