HC Deb 27 January 1971 vol 810 cc121-2W
68. Mr. Milne

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will issue a further circular to local authorities in regard to the change to metrication, in view of the timber trades' progress in completing the changeover to metric within the time limits set by his Department.

Mr. Channon

I am not aware of any need for further guidance at this stage. Local authorities generally are well aware of the timetable which has been laid down for the change, and also of the importance of keeping to this.

69. Mr. Milne

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will make a statement on the progress made towards metrication, in view of the fact that the transitional period has been completed during 1970.

Mr. Amery

Metrication in the construction industry is proceeding smoothly and in accordance with the industry's agreed programme. This programme provides for the changeover to be substantially completed by 31st December, 1972. A number of commodities such as timber have already been metricated, but the transitional period overall is not expected to end much before that date.