§ 10. Mr. Turnerasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many new multi-storey housing blocks have been opened in Hong Kong since 1st January, 1962; and what is the present rate at which housing is being constructed in the Colony.
§ Mr. FisherThis year, under Government schemes, 43 blocks have been opened, housing 86,000 people. It is planned to provide accommodation for 168,000 in the next twelve months. On the average, one block is going up every nine days.
§ Mr. TurnerIn view of the incredible development in rehousing Hong Kong's homeless people over the years, on which both the Hong Kong Government and my right hon. Friend are congratulated, would my hon. Friend take the opportunity, if it is possible, to make available to hon. 193 Members any films there may be of redevelopment of this type in Hong Kong, so that hon. Members themselves may see what magnificent efforts are being made?
§ Mr. FisherI will certainly look at that suggestion, and I thank my hon. Friend for his compliment.
§ Mr. LiptonCould arrangements be made for the Minister of Housing and Local Government to go to Hong Kong to see these developments?