§ Mr. Bossomasked the Minister of Works whether, when operatives from his Department undertake the restoration of a war-damaged property, they do so in competition with estimates obtained from private builders or go straight ahead with the work on a cost-plus basis; and where is the total cost, including all overheads, announced when the job is finished.
§ Mr. TomlinsonRestoration of war damage undertaken by my Mobile Labour Force is carried out on a basis of repayment of the cost of labour and materials together with an allowance for overhead expenses. The total cost is reported 407W monthly to the War Damage Commission which is responsible for making reimbursement to my Ministry.