§ Sir P. Hannonasked the Minister of Works what representations he has received on the necessity of repairs to football grounds which suffered damage during enemy raids and at which spectators are exposed to the inclemency of the weather; and if reconstruction facilities will be permitted in such cases.
§ Mr. TomlinsonI have received a number of applications, supported in some cases by representations from local interests for licences to carry out repairs to football grounds. In so far as work of this typecan proceed without interference with housing and other priority work, it has been and will be permitted. My general policy will be to restore facilities for the general body of spectators rather than to provide additional comfort for a limited number.