§ Mr. ALLAN PARKINSONasked the Minister of Health what has been the response from builders as the result of the increase of the housing subsidy to £250; and what is the total amount for which the Government is now liable in respect of these subsidies?
§ Dr. ADDISONFrom the end of May, when it was announced that the building grants under the Housing (Additional Powers) Act would be increased, up to 9th July, local authorities have issued preliminary certificates in respect of 3,284 houses. The total number of houses in respect of which such certificates had been issued up to the 9th July was 13,177; if these houses are completed satisfactorily within the time allowed, the amount payable by the Exchequer will be £3,186,350.