HC Deb 26 April 1948 vol 450 c11
30. Lieut.-Colonel Sir Cuthbert Headlam

asked the Minister of Works whether, in view of the grave shortage of cement in the Northern region, he will take immediate steps to increase the allocation.

27. Brigadier Thorp

asked the Minister of Works if he is aware of the serious shortage of cement in the Northern region; and what he is proposing to do about it.

Mr. Key

As I stated in reply to my hon. Friend the Member for The Hartle-pools (Mr. D. Jones) on 19th April, I am aware that there has been a shortage of cement in the Northern region. I arranged for extra supplies to be sent there and they are now arriving.