§ 18. Mr. Crouchasked the Minister of Public Building and Works when he next proposes to attend a meeting of the Economic Development Committee for Building.
§ Mr. John SilkinI have been invited to the Economic Development Committee for Building meeting on 27th April.
§ Mr. CrouchWill the right hon. Gentleman bear in mind that 10 months ago the Economic Development Committee for Building predicted an increase last year of 3 per cent. and that recently it had to revise it to a fall of 2 per cent.? Does he not think that it is urgent that he should consult with the committee to see that its predictions are nearer the target?
§ Mr. SilkinIt is very useful for me to be made aware of everything that the committee is considering. I have promised to make myself available whenever it should wish to see me. It has so asked, and I shall be happy to attend on 27th April. It is true that there was a change in forecast, but this happens in all industries and to all groups of people; they revise as they come nearer to the facts.