HC Deb 17 December 1946 vol 431 cc1740-2
18. Mr. Stokes

asked the Secretary of State for War why he has not derequisitioned Colne House, 51, Henley Road, Ipswich, although it has ceased to be used by his Department for some considerable time; and when this house will be returned to its owners.

Mr. Bellenger

I think my hon. Friend is misinformed. Colne House is occupied by the staff of the War Department Land Agent, who is a central figure in the derequisitioning of lands and buildings in the area; I expect that the house will become available for release in May, 1947.

Mr. Stokes

That may be, but is my right hon. Friend aware that at the time the Question was put down the owner advised me that the house was empty? I do not know what happened to the people inside.

Mr. Bellenger

Perhaps the owner advised my hon. Friend wrongly.