HC Deb 28 April 1947 vol 436 cc158-9W
20. Mr. Marples

asked the Minister of Works if he is aware that an average time lag of over 23 weeks took place between the signing and the publication of the following reports; Amenities in the Brick Industry, Reconditioning in the Rural Areas, The Welsh Slate Industry, and Labour Requirements in the Brick Industry; and what steps are being taken to eliminate such delays in future.

Mr. Key

As was stated in reply to the hon. Member for Hertford (Mr. Walker-Smith) on 31st March, there was no avoidable delay in publishing these reports in view of the need for considering them before publication and the heavy pressure on the printing industry.