§ 41. Mr. John Morrisonasked the Secretary of State for War if he is aware that there is a considerable amount of W.D. accommodation empty in the Tidworth area; and, in view of this, what was the reason for the evictions of Service and ex-Service families in the Bulford and Larkhill areas.
§ Mr. ShinwellThe empty accommodation at Tidworth is not fit for occupation in its present condition without extensive works to reinstate the barracks, including the married quarters. This work must be spread over a long period owing to shortage of labour and materials.
§ Mr. MorrisonIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that if a little money and labour was spent on this permanent accommodation, it could be useful, and that it seems rather extraordinary to turn people out of their homes on to the street when this other accommodation is there for the mending?
§ Mr. ShinwellI saw this barracks a fortnight ago. It is in a very bad state and would require a considerable volume of labour and expenditure to put it right. 1780 I am trying to get it put right, but when it is put right, I shall want it for my own Department.