HC Deb 05 July 1960 vol 626 cc23-4W
58. Sir M. Stoddart-Scott

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government and Minister for Welsh Affairs which authority is responsible for providing Birstwith, near Harrogate, with a piped water supply; what are the causes of the repeated delays; and when a piped water supply will reach the village.

Sir K. Joseph

The Claro Water Board are now carrying out a scheme for supplying a large area which includes Birstwith. Delay occurred in the early stages because of difficulties in acquiring the Eagle Level source, but since the contract was let last year work has proceeded normally and the supply will be available in Birstwith in the near future.

59. Sir M. Stoddart-Scott

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government and Minister for Welsh Affairs if the proposed piped water supply to Birstwith has to cross the River Nidd; whether negotiations have yet been started with the local landowners; and when and where it is proposed to start bridging the river.

Sir K. Joseph

The supply to Birstwith will cross the River Nidd at a point close to the existing Hartwith Mill Toll Bridge. I understand that all necessary consents have been obtained and that work on the crossing will start very soon.