HC Deb 11 June 1947 vol 438 c122W
Mr. Byers

asked the Minister of Works the number of people employed in considering applications for licences by building and civil engineering contractors to start business, all of which have been granted for the past 12 months.

Mr. Key

The number of staff employed in maintaining a register of builders and civil engineering contractors has been reduced to 50, of whom 44 are located in twelve regional offices.