§ 1. Mr. Errollasked the Minister of Works how many steel-framed buildings are under construction in London for use as Government offices; and what is the approximate total accommodation which will be so provided.
§ The Minister of Works (Mr. Key)Eleven steel-framed buildings are at present under construction in London for use as Government offices. The total area of office space which will be provided by these buildings is about 1,340,000 square feet.
§ Mr. ErrollCan the Minister say how this compares with the number of steel-framed buildings under construction for industrial offices and profit-making enterprises?
Mr. Wilson HarrisWill this type of structure be abandoned when steel output is reduced under nationalisation?
§ Mr. KeyNo, Sir. Under nationalisation we hope to increase it because the steel output will increase.
§ Sir Waldron SmithersHow many tons of steel are being wasted on homes for bureaucrats?
§ Mr. KeyIf these buildings are called "homes for bureaucrats," no tons of steel are being wasted because it is absolutely essential to provide these buildings in order that we may de-requisition the great amount of office space which we have under requisition at the present time.