§ Mr. P. HARRISasked the Minister of Health if the experiences of his Department during the last four years has led him to the conclusion that in the erection of cottages concrete can be substituted for brick with advantages in economy and durability; if so, under what circumstances; and, if not, on what grounds?
§ Mr. WHEATLEYCottages can be designed and constructed in concrete so as to be equally as durable as brick. The relative degrees of economy will depend upon various local circumstances, but particularly upon the availability and cost of bricks, suitable aggregate and skilled labour.