HC Deb 05 July 1951 vol 489 cc246-7W
Mr. Profumo

asked the Secretary of State for War how many families are at present accommodated on disused War Department sites; how many of these families are likely to be displaced within the next three years as a result of military expansion; and what are the terms of tenure under which these accommodating units are occupied.

Mr. Strachey

There are at present approximately 1.490 families accommodated on disused War Department sites. One hundred and fifty families, and possibly a further 181 families, may be displaced within the next three years as a result of foreseeable increased military requirements. The terms of tenure are a matter for the local authorities and vary according to the site.