§ 29. Mr. Piratinasked the Minister of Works what is the value of the licence granted to build the block of flats in Knightsbridge known as Alexander Keep; the number of flats concerned; and why, in view of his policy, this licence was granted.
§ Mr. KeyI understand from my right hon. Friend the Minister of Health that no licence has been granted.
§ Mr. PiratinIs the Minister aware that, on the outside space formerly occupied by these flats is a large notice inviting prospective tenants, no doubt at very substantial rents, to apply for accommodation and stating that the flats will be up in the next year?
§ Mr. KeyNo, Sir, I was not aware of that. All I was asked was whether a licence had been granted. As I have said, no such licence has been granted.
§ Lieut.-Colonel Sir Thomas MooreAre not such blocks of flats intended to provide homes for human beings just as much as are prefabricated houses?
§ Mr. KeyYes, Sir, and application would be made to the local authority for a licence. The local authority would deal with the application.