§ Flight-Lieutenant Parkinasked the Minister of Supply and of Aircraft Production, what conditions govern the regulation of rents of housing accommodation under his control; and whether he will take steps to adjust the high rents of bungalows at Bridgend, Stonehouse, to a figure proportionate to the lower wages now being earned by the tenants.
§ Mr. WoodburnThe charges for married quarters provided by my Department are fixed with due regard to those prevailing for private properties possessing comparable amenities, and without reference to the earnings of the occupants. These charges have been reviewed recently, and it was concluded that the general level was reasonable. On the basis of this conclusion the rents for the bungalows at Bridgend, Stonehouse, are considered fair, but the position is being kept under review in the light of changing conditions.