§ 88. Mr. Rentonasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that many disused clay pits and chalk pits contain water unfit for human consumption but useful for industrial municipal purposes; and what steps he is taking to secure the use of such water, so as to conserve water needed for human consumption.
§ Mr. BevanYes, but whether it could be used depends, among other factors, upon the cost of bringing it in separate pipes to the areas where supplies are needed. I am ready to consider any proposals submitted by the responsible authorities.