Mr. David Adamsasked the Minister of Health whether he will state the number of back-to-back houses remaining in Northumberland and Durham, respectively; and what steps are being taken to expedite the conversion or removal of these houses?
§ Sir K. WoodI have no statistics relating specifically to back-to-back houses in these counties. I am satisfied, however, that the local authorities in these counties are well aware of the desirability of dealing suitably with such houses in3108W the course of their operations under the Housing Act.
Mr. David Adamsasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that in the Northumberland and Durham mining villages there are large numbers of earth-closets, far below modern standards, in districts where facilities obtain for suitable water carriage system; and whether this matter has his particular attention?
§ Sir K. WoodYes, Sir. Schemes for the conversion of 25,000 closets in these counties have been entertained by the Commissioner for the Special Areas.