§ 14. Mr. David Jonesasked the Minister of Works whether he is aware that Fern Villa, West Hartlepool, is urgently required for the purpose for which it was purchased in 1946; and whether he will secure alternative temporary accommodation for the local office of the Assistance Board.
§ Mr. StokesYes, Sir. My Ministry have been trying for a long time to find alternative accommodation for the National Assistance Board, but as premises cannot be found arrangements are being made to build a new office. Meanwhile, the search for temporary accommodation will continue.
§ Mr. JonesWill my right hon. Friend ask his local officers to consult the officials of the local authority, who will probably be able to give him the addresses of two or three suitable premises which are at present empty?
§ Mr. StokesI should have thought that they certainly would have done so. If my hon. Friend has those addresses, perhaps he will be so good as to send them to me.