HC Deb 12 June 1972 vol 838 cc224-5W
Mr. McBride

asked the Secretary of State for Wales if he will state the time gap between order and delivery of sanitary ware required for house construction in Wales.

Mr. Peter Thomas

Generally from three to eight weeks. There is plenty of white ware but some delay in the supply of the more expensive coloured ware.

Mr. McBride

asked the Secretary of State for Wales to what extent there exists a shortage of kitchen fittings in Wales; and if there is a hindrance to house construction in Wales due to any such shortage caused by long delivery periods.

Mr. Gibson-Watt

Although there is no shortage of standard kitchen fittings, I understand that there is some delay in the delivery of the more expensive proprietary fittings. I have received no evidence to show that this is seriously hindering house construction.

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