§ 53. Mr. DENNISONasked the Minister of Health whether the Teignmouth Urban District Council have yet taken any steps to formulate a housing scheme, and with what result; and, if not, whether, in view of the urgent need of houses in this district, he will approach the council in the matter?
§ Sir K. WOODMy right hon. Friend has been in communication with the council on the matter. They have formulated a scheme for assisting private enterprise in the erection of houses for letting, and I understand they are at present negotiating with local builders.
§ Mr. DENNISONMay we expect that the local council will take immediate steps to build these houses?
§ Sir K. WOODYes, Sir; I understand that is so, and I believe they are now negotiating with the builders for that purpose.