HC Deb 25 November 1952 vol 508 cc37-8W
99. Dr. King

asked the Minister of Works whether he will exempt bombed towns from his new raising of the limits of repair work permitted to builders.

Mr. Eccles

No. Since there is no great demand for minor repair work, this would not help the blitzed cities.

100. Dr. King

asked the Minister of Works whether he will consult the appropriate local authority before applying his

seconds, thirds, place, red facing, Flettons, cement, ballast, washed sand and plaster board, respectively.

Mr. Eccles

Following is the statement:

proposed new limits of repair work permitted to builders in any area.

Mr. Eccles

No. While local authorities would, naturally, advance views based on their own areas I have to consider the building industry as a whole and to make an instrument which defines the same limits for everybody. My decision was taken after consultation with the industry and with my right hon. Friend the Minister of Housing and Local Government.