§ 20. Mr. Douglas Marshallasked the Minister of Works to what extent he has explored the possibility of using lime as an alternative to cement; what examination has been made of this matter; and whether any report has been issued.
§ Mr. KeyLime is not a general substitute for cement' but it can be usefully employed in mortar for brick work and for certain types of rendering, and is in fact commonly used for these purposes. A number of reports on the use of lime have been published by the Building Research Station, and I am sending the hon. Member a note of them.
§ Mr. George HicksIs my right hon. Friend aware that some people deliberately closed down lime kilns and that that is the reason we may be short of lime now? Will he look into the matter to see whether it is not possible to produce more lime?
§ Mr. KeyYes, Sir, questions on the use of lime and its future supply are under special consideration at the present time.