HC Deb 25 June 1936 vol 313 c1928
9. Mr. BATEY

asked the Minister of Labour when the trading estate, which was promised to be started in the county of Durham, will be in operation?

Lieut.-Colonel MUIRHEAD

I would draw the attention of the hon. Member to the answer, of which I am sending him a copy, given to the hon. Member for Houghton-le-Spring (Mr. W. Joseph Stewart) the day before yesterday.

Mr. BATEY

Is the Minister aware that there is nothing in that answer which says when this trading scheme will be in operation? May I put that question to him again: When will this trading scheme, which was agreed to eight months ago, be in operation?

Lieut.-Colonel MUIRHEAD

The company is being formed, and the board are at present looking for a suitable site.

Mr. BATEY

After eight months.