HC Deb 31 January 1945 vol 407 cc1482-3W
Lieut.-Commander Tufnell

asked the Minister of Works whether he is considering introducing some simplification of the formalities which have to be completed by the owner of a house which has been badly damaged by enemy action when he wishes to rebuild his property.

Mr. Sandys

If my hon. Friend will be good enough to let me know the particular difficulties which he has in mind, or supply the details of any specific case, I will be glad to look into the matter.

Lieut.-Commander Tufnell

asked the Minister of Works whether, when rebuilding generally is resumed, it is proposed that progress should be made with building all over the country or whether the tendency will be to concentrate on areas which have suffered the heaviest war damage.

Mr. Sandys

The repair of war damage will be accorded a high priority when rebuilding generally is resumed and a due proportion of building capacity will be allocated to this work in the areas which have suffered the heaviest war damage.