§ 89. Colonel Gomme-Duncanasked the Minister of Health how many buildings in London held by his Department on requisition are at present empty; for whom they are being retained; and what is the annual cost to the taxpayer.
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§ Mr. J. EdwardsI regret that the information is not available. I can, however, say that the majority of buildings under requisition by my right hon. Friend are domestic buildings held on his behalf by local authorities for rehousing purposes. I have no reason to believe that any are being kept empty save for the necessary repairs, conversion or adaptation.