There has been a gradual improvement in conditions which existed here fortnight ayo, when. thousands of persons were unable to find shelter: From the German air blitz, The continued seriousness of the fir raid shelter situation. however, has been acknowledged by: the Government, as indicated by the fact that the Kini this week made a tour of air raid shelters. This was followed by a similar tour yesterday: by Mr. Herbert Morrison, only a few hours after his appointment ax Minister of Security.
Local authorities yesterday wore empowered to take over any premises, prescribe the number and description of persons allowed access to such shelter wa Aecimatn the times when the skelter should be opened,
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