28. Mrs. Butlerasked the Minister of Housing and Local Government and Minister for Welsh Affairs how many local authorities have reported to him difficulties in clearing prefabricated buildings from open space owing to the overall housing problem; and what action he proposes to take to assist them.
§ Mr. H. BrookeFour local authorities have made representations to me at different times. One, the London County Council, whose task is substantial, has secured private legislation to make it possible for me, subject to public inquiry, to extend the period during which the buildings may be retained. In the case of the three remaining authorities, I am sure that their difficulties can be overcome provided the councils concerned are prepared to act with vigour.