§ Mr. Welshasked the Secretary of ')rate for Scotland what proportion of the housing stock in Scotland is owned by the National Coal Board; how many houses this represents; and what percentage of this stock is in need of improvement.
§ Mr. Hugh D. BrownMy right hon. Friend understands from the National Coal Board that they own approximately 5,500 houses in Scotland. This represents about 4 per cent. of the total housing stock. Any points which the hon Member wishes to pursue about the condition of the National Coal Board houses should be referred directly to the Chairman of the Board.