133. Mr. Baker Whiteasked the Minister of Works if he is aware of the shortage of bricks in East Kent; that the Bridge-Blean Rural District Council is anxious to proceed at an early date with the erection of about 100 houses, but that no supplies of bricks will be available from manufacturers for several months to come; and what steps he will take to improve the position.
§ Mr. TomlinsonYes, Sir. There is a shortage of bricks in East Kent but supplies will be available for the houses to be erected by the Bridge- Blean Rural District Council. In this area two brickworks commenced production last month and as seasonal works re-open supplies will increase.