HC Deb 28 January 1929 vol 224 c619W
Mr. GROVES

asked the Minister of Transport the number of houses to be demolished in connection with the proposed making of the Victoria Dock arterial road and the number of families concerned; and what action will be taken with regard to the Rent and Mortgage Increase (Restrictions) Act?

Colonel ASHLEY

The present estimate of the number of houses to be demolished in connection with the construction of the proposed Victoria Dock Road is 414, and the number of persons to be dispossesed is just under 5,000. Such re-housing accommodation as is required will be provided under a scheme to be approved by the Minister of Health.