HC Deb 10 May 1944 vol 399 cc1908-9
75. Mr. Bossom

asked the Minister of Health whether his Department has had scientific observations or time-studies made of the various building processes necessitated by compliance with model by-laws, with the object of revising the laws to eliminate unnecessary practices and to simplify the task of building trade operatives.

Miss Horsbrugh

No, Sir, but my right hon. Friend will consult my Noble Friend the Minister of Works on the matter.

Mr. Bossom

Is my hon. Friend aware that the Minister of Supply has adopted this principle with great benefit as to cost and ease for the workers, and will the Minister not do the same with regard to these Regulations?

Miss Horsbrugh

As I have already said, my right hon. Friend will consult his Noble Friend the Minister of Works on this subject.

Mr. Bossom

When he has done so, will he then alter these Regulations, if the Minister of Supply so advises?

Miss Horsbrugh

We shall certainly take into account any advice received from my Noble Friend.