Kingston-Hampton Court Towpath.

Oral Answers to Questions — Agriculture. – in the House of Commons at on 28 July 1924.

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Photo of Sir Frederick Penny Sir Frederick Penny , Kingston upon Thames

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asked the First Commissioner of Works whether he will take any steps within his power to facilitate the repair of the towpath between Kingston Bridge and Hampton Court, so as to make its condition commensurate with the amount of use to which it is put, and at the same time provide work for the unemployed?

Photo of Mr Frederick Jowett Mr Frederick Jowett , Bradford East

The matter is still under discussion with the Thames Conservancy, and the question of carrying out the necessary repairs as a relief work is being considered.

Photo of Sir Frederick Penny Sir Frederick Penny , Kingston upon Thames

How long are the discussions going on? Whenever this question is put, it is always "being considered" or "under discussion." Would the Minister remember that this is one of the few places—[HON. MEMBERS: "Speech!"]