§ Sir F. Markhamasked the Minister of Housing and Local Government if he is aware that there have been extensive delays in supplying water to the Astwood and Hardmead area of north Bucking-hamshire; and what steps he proposes to take to overcome the delays that have now lasted nearly three years.
§ Mr. SandysI understand that the contractors are taking longer than expected to complete the laying of a trunk main to the satisfaction of the Newport Pagnell Rural District Council. It is for the Council to consider what should be done to avoid further delay.