§ Mr. Naylorasked the President of the Board of Trade if he is aware that the shortage of gas meters in South London is holding up occupation of houses otherwise ready for occupation; and if he will take steps to increase the supply of meters to the gas companies concerned as quickly as possible.
§ Mr. Tomlinson:I have been asked to reply. I am assured by my right hon. Friend the Minister of Supply and of Aircraft Production that there is no general shortage of gas meters, but if details of specific cases are given I shall be glad to investigate them.