HC Deb 01 April 1952 vol 498 c118W
85. Mr. G. Thomas

asked the Minister of Works how many licences, respectively, to build and to extend commercial garages have been granted since and including November, 1951; and on what principles priority is given to these projects over housing schemes.

Mr. Eccles

Since 1st November, 1951, licences to a total value of £270,000 have been issued in England and Wales for 101 new commercial garages and 121 extensions. These schemes have no priority over housing.