§ Mr. Doddsasked the Minister of Works how the production of bricks in 1960 compares with that in 1957; if he will give details of the action being taken to deal with the present shortcoming in brick production; and what are the prospects for 1961 in meeting an increasing demand for bricks.
§ Lord John HopeBrick production in 1960 was the highest since the war and amounted to 7,284 million. The comparable figure for 1957 was 6,914 million. A number of new works have recently been opened and other brick-makers have increased, or plan to increase, their productive capacity. This should provide an additional 200 million bricks in 1961.
§ Mr. Doddsasked the Minister of Works the number of bricks held in stock by brickmakers at the latest convenient date in 1960; and the comparable figures for 1958.
§ Lord John HopeStocks held by brickmakers on 31st December were, in 1960, 161 millions and, in 1958, 349 millions.