HC Deb 12 February 1969 vol 777 c315W
94. Mr. Wall

asked the President of the Board of Trade if he will take steps to remove the anomaly by which industry attracts a grant for the disposal of effluent whereas local authorities do not, in view of the fact that joint schemes are often in the public interest and would result in saving in expenditure.

Mr. Dell

No. This matter was fully discussed when the hon. Member led a deputation to my right hon. Friend the Minister of Housing and Local Government last May and further explained by my right hon. Friend following that meeting

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