HC Deb 17 January 1968 vol 756 cc616-7W
Mr. Horner

asked the Secretary of State for Commonwealth Affairs what is the estimated expenditure in 1968 on the provision of housing in Honiara by the Public Works Division, British Solomon Islands Protectorate, other than on staff quarters for Government establishments including schools.

Mr. George Thomas:

Provision has been made in the Housing subhead of the Works Extraordinary Vote for expenditure of $A 185,800 (£86,822) in Honiara in 1968. With this amount, which is subject to further review 110 houses for junior staff (including labourers) and 6 houses for senior staff can be completed. Separate provision is made for staff quarters attached to Government establishments.

Mr. Horner

asked the Secretary of State for Commonwealth Affairs what is the cost of the new Government House in Honiara, British Solomon Islands Protectorate.

Mr. George Thomas:

The estimated total cost is $A.300,000 including offices, staff housing, furnishings and fittings. The staff housing has already been completed. Expenditure on Government House itself is estimated at $A.237,000 and will be spread over 1967 and 1968.