Mr. T. THOMSONasked the Minister of Health what steps he proposes to take in order to avoid a rise in the cost of building materials taking place after the announcement of his building programme, similar to that, which occurred in 1920–21 following the adoption of the Addison Housing Scheme?
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§ Mr. WHEATLEYI would suggest that the hon. Member should reserve his point until I am in a position to place before the House the Government's proposals for dealing with the housing problem.
Mr. SANDEMANasked the Minister of Health whether an understanding has been arrived at with the building trade with regard to the importation of doors, windows, and framings into this country?
§ Mr. WHEATLEYNo, Sir.