HC Deb 05 May 1947 vol 437 cc2-3
2. Colonel J. R. H. Hutchison

asked the Minister of Works how many acres of agricultural land have been requisitioned since 1939 for B.B.C. stations; and how many of these stations have been given up since VE-Day.

Mr. Key

Approximately 1,368 acres of agricultural land have been requisitioned since 1939 for seven B.B.C. stations, of which none has been given up since VE-Day.

Colonel Hutchison

Is the Minister satisfied that there 'is no exaggeration in having all this land requisitioned for this purpose and none given back?

Mr. Key

Although none has been given back, I am pleased to be able to say that quite a proportion of it is let under licence to graziers.

Colonel Hutchison

What is the proportion?

Mr. Key

I have not the figures, but if the hon. and gallant Gentleman cares to write to me, I will let him know.