19. Mr. H. Wilsonasked the Secretary of State for War what decision he has reached about the future of ex-Royal Ordnance factories houses in the Gillmoss area, Liverpool; and if he intends to offer them to the local authority as in the case of a similar estate in Kirkby.
§ The Secretary of State for War (Mr. John Profumo)Yes, Sir: I propose to invite the local authorities to enter into negotiation.
Mr. WilsonIs the hon. Gentleman aware that some of these houses are now unoccupied as a result of former R.O.F. workers going to other Royal Ordnance factories? In view of the long delays in this case, will he do everything to speed up procedure from his side so that the houses can be occupied?
§ Mr. ProfumoCertainly I can give the right hon. Member the assurance, but I think he knows that we have to consider the possible need for housing some of our own employees. We are anxious that everything should go ahead.