HC Deb 19 March 1940 vol 358 c1824W
Mr. John

asked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that a sum of £28 was stolen from the rates office at Brixham on 4th September; that the matter was not reported to the council until two months later, and that not until then were the police asked to investigate; and whether, in view of these facts he will hold an inquiry?

Mr. Elliot

My attention was drawn to this case and it was reported to the district auditor. The matter is not one in which I am empowered to hold an inquiry.