HC Deb 26 June 1925 vol 185 c1894W
Colonel DAY

asked the Minister of Health, whether he is aware that Edward Griffiths, an Erith boy, was recently drowned in 3 feet 6 inches of water at the local public baths; will he state whether the local authority in question had made provision for a bathing attendant to be stationed at the baths in order to prevent such accidents; and, if not, will he make representations to the local authority concerned, pointing out the advisability of such action being taken?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

My attention has been drawn to this sad occurrence. On inquiry, I am informed that the whole of the staff was on duty at the baths on the occasion, and the coroner's jury expressed their view that no blame attached to them.