HC Deb 24 March 1953 vol 513 cc630-1
26. Mr. George Craddock

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government if he is aware that application was made in 1946, supported by numerous subsequent requests by the Bradford Corporation, for a licence to rebuild the bomb-damaged portion of Rawson market place; and if he will now issue a licence to enable the work to be put in hand.

Mr. H. Macmillan

I have received proposals from the corporation to demolish and rebuild the market at a cost of £152,000, but I have been obliged, because of the demands made on labour and materials by still more urgent projects, to defer the scheme for the present.

Mr. G. Craddock

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that this is a most important project for the city of Bradford, and will he give it early and favourable consideration?

Mr. Macmillan

Yes, I will certainly do all I can to help, but the hon. Gentleman knows of the many claims on labour and materials. If, for instance, the corporation were to put before me the possibility of carrying out the scheme by stages, I would certainly consider that.