HC Deb 22 July 1952 vol 504 cc21-2W
Mr. McInnes

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland to what extent the gypsum panel, of which he has been informed, is now being used in house construction in Scotland; what is the estimated saving in man hours; and if he is satisfied that this new form of interior wall finish is fully known to housing authorities and the building trade in Scotland.

Mr. J. Stuart

Gypsum plaster panelling has been, or is being, used in the construction of some 3,000 houses in Scotland. I regret that I cannot give an authoritative estimate of the saving in man hours. I am anxious to encourage the use of all new materials which can advantageously be used in house construction and I have drawn the attention of local housing authorities to this particular product in official circulars.