§ Mr. Lewisasked the Minister of Housing and Local Government whether he will introduce the necessary legislation to make it financially easier for those who wish to do so to buy their own houses.
§ Mr. H. MacmillanLocal authorities already have power to advance money, and to guarantee repayment of money advanced by building societies, for house purchase. Consultations with local 133W authorities, building societies, and other credit agencies are taking place, with the object of concerting plans for improving these facilities and making them more widely known.