§ 129. Lieut.-Colonel Corbettasked the Minister of Works to what extent the shortage of sheet glass is affecting the completion of houses; and what action he will take to remedy this shortage.
§ Mr. TomlinsonThere is no evidence that the completion of houses is being held up owing to a shortage of sheet glass. Where local shortages are reported special action is taken to arrange supplies. If the hon. and gallant Member has any particular case in mind and will let me have particulars, I will have it dealt with immediately.
130. Major Lloydasked the Minister of Works what is the present position in regard to supplies of sheet glass in the Glasgow area; and if he will give an assurance that sufficient supplies will be available in the immediate future for the replacement of broken panes in working-class houses.
§ Mr. TomlinsonSupplies of glass to Scotland have been increased and are sufficient for all urgent needs such as replacement of broken windows in dwelling houses.
§ 132. Mr. Harold Daviesasked the Minister of Works what steps he is taking to meet the shortage of supplies of sheet glass to the Midland area for glazing purposes.
§ Mr. TomlinsonThe Midland area is in the same position as the rest of the country. There is sufficient glass to meet all priority requirements but not for the accumulation of stocks for other purposes.