Water Supplies, Woodleigh and Howey

HC Deb 21 June 1955 vol 542 cc54-5W

72. Mr. Mawby

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government why permission for an adequate water supply for Woodleigh, near Kingsbridge, South Devon, has been withheld by his Department.

Mr. Sandys

The South Devon Water Board has now been given permission to carry out the work needed.

73. Mr. Watkins

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government the reason for the delay in the provision of an improved water supply scheme for Howey, Radnorshire; and whether he will cause inquiries to be made and action taken to ensure an adequate and constant supply of water for the residents immediately.

Mr. Sandys

The inquiry asked for in the Question will be held as soon as the necessary application and relevant information is received from the local authorities concerned.