HC Deb 07 May 1951 vol 487 cc1558-9
4. Mr. Nugent

asked the Minister of Supply whether he is aware of the nuisance from the noise of the aero-engine testing station at Woodmansterne, Carshalton; and what arrangements he is making to move the testing station to some more suitable location.

Mr. G. R. Strauss

I am aware of complaints of noise from the operation of these test beds. It is hoped to make arrangements to transfer the beds to a more suitable site in the near future.

Mr. Nugent

Is the Minister aware that in this densely populated area the noise is spread some three or four miles and is very disturbing? When will he implement the undertaking given by his right hon. Friend the Minister of Civil Aviation, three years ago to shift this station to some other place?

Mr. Strauss

We are trying to make arrangements to shift these beds, and I hope we shall be able to do so within a short time. Various alterations and repairs have to be made, but I am hopeful that, within three or four months, the change will have taken place.

Mr. Vane

Can the Minister tell us to which hon. Member's constituency this nuisance will be shifted?