§ 52. Mr. Hoyasked the Secretary of State for Scotland when he expects house building will start at Leith Fort.
§ Mr. J. N. BrowneMy right hon. Friend is informed that the Corporation of Edinburgh has invited competitive designs for the development of this important site, which are to be submitted not later than 30th November next. At this stage, my right hon. Friend is afraid that no firm forecast can be made of the date when house building work will start.
§ Mr. HoyIs the Minister aware of the very urgent need of housing in this area? Will he urge upon the Corporation the necessity to expedite the decision in this matter and to get on with building the houses?
§ Mr. BrowneI am aware of the hon. Member's deep interest in this matter. He knows that it is an important site. Edinburgh Corporation wants to make a good job of the development, and I am convinced that there will be no avoidable delay.