HL Deb 08 November 1988 vol 501 c615WA
Lord Kennet

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Which is the lead department concerned with the rising water table under Westminster and the rest of Central London.

The Earl of Caithness

If groundwater levels beneath London continue to rise there will be implications for the policy responsibilities of a number of departments. In the light of emerging research findings the Government will consider whether it is necessary to designate a lead department.