HC Deb 15 July 1969 vol 787 c398
28. Mr. Peel

asked the Minister of Public Building and Wcrks what representations he has had from builders about the raising of loans to finance construction work; and what replies he has sent.

Mr. John Silkin

None, Sir.

Mr. Peel

Does the right hon. Gentleman realise that the credit squeeze is a very serious matter for the liquidity of small house builders? What progress has been made since 22nd April, when the right hon. Gentleman's predecessor said that he would see what he could do to improve the lot of the small house builder?

Mr. Silkin

Undoubtedly restrictions on credit cause a considerable amount of difficulties—one is aware of that—but if the hon. Gentleman has any specific cases in mind I shall be willing to look into them.