HC Deb 16 March 1965 vol 708 c238W
83. Mr. Parker

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government what plans he proposes to agree to for the supply of water to meet the needs of Essex in the immediate future.

Mr. MacColl

A large bulk supply from the Metropolitan Water Board will start on 1st April. The South Essex Water Company has been given a temporary authorisation to take more water from the Stour under certain conditions. Other schemes for increasing supplies are being examined by the water undertakers concerned, and when put to my right hon. Friend will be dealt with as quickly as possible.