HC Deb 23 August 1945 vol 413 c831W
Sir R. Glyn

asked the Minister of Health what steps he is taking to circularise local authorities who are planning water supply schemes in their districts which appear to be incompatible with the terms of the Water Act, 1945.

Mr. A. Bevan

Guidance on rural water supply schemes has already been given to local authorities in a circular issued by the Ministry in September, 1944, of which I am sending a copy to the hon. and gallant Member. The Act of 1945 does not come into operation until 1st October next, and a further circular dealing specifically with its provisions will be issued shortly.