HC Deb 24 June 1947 vol 439 c23W
23. Mr. Paget

asked the Secretary of State for War when it is proposed to derequisition 20 acres of agricultural land adjoining Dynes Hall, Essex; and what is the use to which his Department have put this land since 30th April, 1946.

Mr. Bellenger

My right hon. Friend the Minister of Works has arranged for the Essex Agricultural Executive Committee to undertake certain works of restoration of this land. I am informed that part of the proposed works has already been completed and that the balance will be put in hand as soon as labour and plant can be made available. The War Department will derequisition the land when these works have been completed. The land has not been used for military purposes since 30th April, 1946.