HC Deb 16 February 1938 vol 331 c1896W
Mr. Davidson

asked the Minister of Health whether he will state the total amount paid in poor law relief for England and Wales for the years ended January, 1935 and 1938, respectively?

Mr. Bernays

The total amount expended on out-relief in money and kind in England and Wales during the 12 months ended 31st January, 1935, was £18,200,976. The corresponding figure for the 12 months ended 31st January, 1938, is not yet available but the figure for the 12 months ended 31st December, 1937, was £17,461,195.