§ 38. Mr. Brewisasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what steps he is taking to see that the best possible architectural designs are obtained for houses erected by industrialised methods following the issue of circular 6/1963.
§ Mr. LeburnMy right hon. Friend's professional advisers and those of the housing authorities are alive to the need for good design in building by industrialised methods, as in any other kind of house building, but I am glad to take this opportunity of underlining the importance of good design.
§ Mr. BrewisWould not my hon. Friend agree that these designs will affect the landscape of Scotland for several generations? Would he consider running an architectural competition, with a suitable prize, and choosing a few of the best designs for submission to local authorities?
§ Mr. LeburnThere is no doubt that we must get these designs right and I am always looking for bright ideas. I will be glad to consider what my hon. Friend has said.
§ Mr. ManuelIs not the Under-Secretary aware that when very good architectural designs are submitted to St. Andrew's House they are turned down in most cases because they are more expensive than the ordinary square block type of house which is the traditional type the Tories want built in Scotland?
§ Mr. LeburnNo, Sir.