HC Deb 08 March 1955 vol 538 cc133-4
40. Mr. Sorensen

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government what further steps have been taken, consequent on the Report of his Housing Management Sub-Committee, to deal with the problem of applicants for housing accommodation in virtually fully built-up areas and the need for certain local authorities to amalgamate their lists of urgent cases; and, in particular, if he is aware that this problem is acute in the Borough of Leyton and in similar areas.

Mr. Deedes

My right hon. Friend has recommended to local authorities the adoption of one of the sub-committee's proposals, and he is considering what action should be taken in regard to the others.

Mr. Sorensen

Are we likely to have some constructive recommendations in the very near future, in view of the fact that in constituencies like mine there are literally hundreds of families with no hope of ever having a house in their home constituencies?

Mr. Deedes

My right hon. Friend appreciates the need for haste in this matter, but thinks it better that the Government's attitude to the sub-committee's recommendations should be considered first.

Mr. Sorensen

When will that be?

Mr. Deedes

As soon as possible.