HC Deb 14 March 1923 vol 161 c1593W
Mr. W. THORNE

asked the Minister of Health if he is aware that two men were fined 40s. and £5 costs each at Abertillery for sitting as members of Nantyglo and Blaina District Council while being disqualified because they had received Poor Law relief; and if he will take action to remove the disqualification?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

This case has not previously been brought to my notice. As regards the last part of the question, I cannot undertake to introduce the suggested legislation.

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