§ 2. Sir T. Mooreasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what were the total requirements for houses in the Burgh of Ayr at 31st July, 1945; how many of such have been completed at 31st May, 1947; and when it is anticipated the present housing needs will be met.
§ Mr. WestwoodIn April, 1946, the Town Council estimated their needs at about 3,000 houses. At 31st May, 1947, 160 temporary houses and 49 permanent houses, including 19 built by private enterprise, had been completed, and 437 permanent houses were under construction. It is not possible to estimate when the housing needs of the Burgh will be met, but I hope that as we overcome our present difficulties and shortages the rate of progress will substantially increase.