HC Deb 08 May 1951 vol 487 cc1746-7
35. Mr. Walker-Smith

asked the Minister of Works whether the movement of the staff of the Ministry of Local Government and Planning from Savile Row is now complete; and over how many premises in London the staff of that Department is now dispersed.

Mr. G. Brown

The movement of staff from "Fortress House," Savile Row, is not yet complete. At present the staff of the Ministry of Local Government and Planning are distributed over eight premises.

Mr. Walker-Smith

Will the Minister tell the House whether the blame for this very unsatisfactory situation rests mainly with himself or with the Minister of Town and Country Planning, or perhaps with the Lord Privy Seal?

Mr. Brown

We do not consider that any blame rests on us. We are making moves which will bring the number of buildings occupied down to three, and this is both good planning and very necessary.

Mr. Walker-Smith

Can the Minister say when these moves are expected to be completed?

Mr. Brown

We hope in about three months.