Colonel LAMBERT WARDasked the President of the Local Government Board whether, in view of the unemployment prevailing in the joinery trade, he can see his way to order at once doors, window frames, and other woodwork which will be required under the Government housing scheme?
Mr. HOPEI have been asked to reply to this question. Tenders have been issued for the supply of doors. These tenders are due to be returned by 12th April. During the course of the next few weeks orders for a total quantity of from 40,000 to 45,000 doors will be placed. Tenders are also about to be issued for window frames.