§ Mr. Scott-Hopkinsasked the Minister of Public Building and Works whether he is aware of the shortage of cement in the South-Western area; what steps he is taking to improve the position; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. C. PannellThere have been difficulties over supplies of cement in Cornwall and West Devon, and the manufacturers have sent some additional supplies by sea. I am discussing the future national demand for cement with the manufacturers.