§ 18. Mr. Sillarsasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what action he is now taking to ensure that contractors appointed by Her Majesty's Government to demolish and clear prefabricated housing sites in South Ayrshire leave the sites in a condition which is not an eyesore.
§ Mr. ChannonThe problems my right hon. Friend mentioned in reply to the hon. Member's Question on 9th June, 1971, remain and enforcement continues to be difficult. If the hon. Member has a particular eyesore in mind and lets me know, we will do what we can to clear it quick ly.—[Vol. 818, c. 334.]
§ Mr. SillarsIs the hon. Gentleman aware that almost every site in my constituency which has been clear of prefabs is a shambles because of a lack of concern on the part of the contractors, who on occasions have left conditions which are dangerous to children? Is it not essential for the Minister to introduce a follow-up procedure within his Department to ensure that cleared sites are respectable and safe?
§ Mr. ChannonI will certainly consider what the hon. Gentleman says. I have very great sympathy with him and his constituents in the difficult conditions which they are obviously experiencing. As the hon. Gentleman knows, there will be a transfer of responsibility for this operation to the local authority and perhaps he will find that more satisfactory.