§ 83. Sir R. Clarryasked the Secretary of State for Air whether his attention has been called to delays extending upwards to five weeks or more in the payment for billeting accommodation of Royal Air Force men at a place of which he has been informed; is he aware of the unnecessary hardship and financial difficulties on the householder, created by these delays; and whether he will take steps to prevent such delays in the future?
§ The Under-Secretary of State for Air (Captain Harold Balfour)Local inquiries are necessary, but I am having the matter looked into, and I will communicate with my hon. Friend as soon as possible.