HC Deb 07 November 1939 vol 353 c19
24. Mr. Vernon Bartlett

asked the Secretary of State for War whether, in view of the delay in the supply of coloured asbestos for the roofing of army huts, he will consider the advisability of obtaining tiles which can be delivered immediately and at a much lower cost?

Mr. Hore-Belisha

No delay is anticipated in the supply of coloured asbestos roof material, which I am informed is cheaper than tiles and needs less timber.

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