§ 19. Mr. Redmayneasked the Minister of Works how many licences for the addition of living accommodation to lock-up shops were granted in 1949; and what total he is prepared to grant in 1950.
§ Mr. StokesI regret that the information for 1949 is not available and could not be provided without an unjustifiable diversion of staff from their normal duties. I cannot set a figure for 1950, but such applications will continue to be considered on their merits.
§ Mr. RedmayneIs it the policy of the Minister that these licences should be granted only on new housing estates, as is being stated by his regional officers to be his policy?
§ Mr. StokesI should require to have notice of that question.