HC Deb 18 April 1944 vol 399 cc46-7W
Captain A. Graham

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he will take steps to remedy the inadequate billeting allowance of 6d. a day made to British householders for U.S.A. troops billeted upon them.

Sir J. Grigg

My hon. and gallant Friend is no doubt referring to the payments made to householders who are required to provideunfurnished accommodation with reasonable heating, lighting and baths. The rates payable are Is. 4d. a week for each man accommodated, plus 3s. a week for each room provided with heating and lighting for the soldiers. These rates apply to all British, Dominion and Allied troops and are considered to be adequate for this type of accommodation.