HC Deb 24 July 1941 vol 373 c1047
19. Mr. David Adams

asked the Minister of Health whether he is aware of the prevailing shortage of accommodation for visiting members of the armed forces and for Merchant Navy personnel in ports of the United Kingdom; and what steps are being taken to relieve the same?

Mr. E. Brown

No, Sir, but I will gladly look into any specific cases which my hon. Friend may care to bring to my notice.

Mr. Adams

May I indicate the case of Newcastle-upon-Tyne and ask whether the obligation is upon the local authority or the Government?

Mr. Brown

Perhaps my hon. Friend will discuss the matter with me if he has any particular information, and if he would like me to make inquiries, I will gladly do so.