§ 57. Colonel Ropnerasked the Minister of Agriculture what is the number of houses at present under construction for whole time employees of the Forestry Commission; and what is the number of 25 houses under construction to provide accommodation with forest workers' holdings.
§ Mr. T. WilliamsThe answer to the first part of the question is 15, and to the second, Nil.
§ Colonel RopnerCan the Minister say why the position is so very unsatisfactory?
§ Mr. WilliamsIt is due perhaps to many causes, including the non-availability of technicians. However, I can assure the hon. and gallant Gentleman that plans for 100 houses in England are already well in hand and tenders are being invited, and also 100 houses in Scotland.
§ Sir Ronald RossAre these houses being built by private firms?
§ Mr. SpeakerThat is another question.