HC Deb 22 February 1946 vol 419 c312W
Mr. D. J. Williams

asked the Minister of Supply and of Aircraft Production how many buildings, which could be used for factory space, are now held by his Department in Wales; and whether, in view of the urgent need for factories in that area, he will take immediate steps to release them for productive use.

Mr. Leonard

The number of requisitioned premises suitable for production purposes in Wales and occupied by the Ministries of Supply and of Aircraft Production or their contractors on 16th February was 69 Of these, 30 are at present in use for production purposes, 12 are being used for storage and 27 are in course of release Premises in use for storage are released by arrangement with the Board of Trade when they are required for production.