§ 93. Dr. Stuttafordasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he is satisfied with the availability of the brick supply in the Norwich area, particularly in view of the delay which is being caused to some planned industrial expansion in the city; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. AmeryBrick production is increasing and output this year is expected to meet forecast demand. I understand that sufficient bricks of a suitable kind have been delivered to allow the construction work to which the hon. Member refers to proceed.
§ Mr. William Wilsonasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he is aware that house builders in Coventry are now having to wait 12 months for house bricks to be supplied; and if he will make a statement on steps he is taking to enable delivery dates of house bricks to be improved.
§ Mr. AmeryBrick production is increasing and as additional capacity is brought into use supply should catch up with the increased demand. I shall continue to keep a close watch on the situation.