§ Mr. Peter Mahonasked the Minister of Housing and Local Government if he is aware of the recent collapse of a food store in St. James Shopping Centre, Preston, as a result of which 36 people, including women and children, were injured; if he will set up an inquiry into the cause of this collapse; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. FreesonMy right hon. Friend is in consultation with the local authority about the collapse of the suspended ceiling at this store, and I shall be in touch further with my hon. Friend.