§ Sir W. JENKINSasked the Minister of Labour whether he is prepared to give local authorities in the distressed areas of Glamorgan power to proceed with 2809W essential public health schemes by making a direct grant through the commissioner of special areas where the rates are above 125. 6d. in the £?
§ Mr. E. BROWNThe hon. Member will observe from Part VII of the Third Report of the Commissioner for Special Areas (England and Wales) that assistance is already being given to local authorities in Glamorgan and elsewhere towards the cost of certain public works required for health services. If the hon. Member is suggesting an extension of the Commissioner's powers I must ask him to await the amending Bill which has been promised.