HC Deb 09 December 1946 vol 431 cc747-8
63. Mr. Palmer

asked the Minister of Works why a supply of timber has been refused for the erection of four houses in 309–315, Hillcross Avenue, Morden, for which cost-of-work payment has been authorised by the War Damage Commission, and for which the necessary licences have been issued by the local authority.

Mr. Tomlinson

I regret that sufficient timber is not at present available to me a meet this and similar requirements for houses which are not at an advanced stage of construction.

Mr. Palmer

When will it next be avail able?

Mr. Tomlinson

I cannot say at the moment, but probably not until January.

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