HC Deb 03 February 1948 vol 446 c1625
26. Mr. Willis

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many temporary houses are at present stored in Scotland; and why they are not being erected.

Mr. J. J. Robertson

Hulls and components of 2,241 temporary houses are at present awaiting completion of foundations and services on the sites to which they are to be delivered. This number is being steadily reduced.

Mr. Willis

Is my hon. Friend aware that the fact that these houses are stored, and the recent announcement that the Scottish temporary programme will not be finished until six months after the English programme is completed, cause a great deal of concern, and will he do something to speed up the programme?