HC Deb 29 June 1926 vol 197 cc976-7
31. Mr. HORE-BELISHA

asked the Minister of Health what steps have been taken by his Department in connection with the Plymouth housing shortage?

Sir K. WOOD

My right hon. Friend is still in consultation with the Admiralty with regard to the matter, and regrets that he is not yet in a position to make a statement.

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

Is the hon. Member aware that the Minister of Health is fiddling while Rome is burning?

Sir K. WOOD

We are taking all the steps we can in order to deal with a very difficult situation.

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

Can the hon. Member indicate when the inquiry is likely to come to a conclusion?