§ 6. Sir G. Foxasked the Minister of Works if he is aware that the ruins of the old House of Commons were virtually cleared a month ago; what is the cause of the delay in proceeding with the rebuilding; and whether this is due to the difficulty in obtaining any prefabricated parts.
§ Mr. TomlinsonThe work of demolition was finally completed on 4th February, and the new contractor who is responsible for the preparation of the foundations of the new building took possession of the site on the same day, and has completed certain preliminary work. No prefabricated parts are required at this stage.
§ Mr. GallacherIs anything being done to get rid of the ruins of the Tory Party?
§ Mr. Ralph AsshetonWill it not look rather bad for the Government if the House of Commons is the only house built in the country?