§ Mr. Lomasasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department by what authority he requires local authorities to apply to his Department for permission to demolish air raid shelters built over 25 years ago; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Merlyn ReesLocal authorities may at Government expense demolish shelters which are structurally unsound and beyond economic repair, are a danger to health, or stand in the way of approved development. For shelters not complying with these conditions, Home Office authority for demolition is required if the local authority wishes to claim reimbursement of the cost.