HC Deb 10 May 1967 vol 746 c216W
55. Sir C. Osborne

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how long it will take to clear the slums in Scotland on the basis of the progress made since October, 1964.

Dr. Dickson Mabon

The rate of clearance has been increased by nearly 30 per cent. since October, 1964, but my right hon. Friend is still not satisfied with this and intends to achieve a further increase. However, on the basis of the present rate, it would take 10 years to clear those houses with a life of less than five years.

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