§ Mr. Dormandasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what action he is now taking to reduce the rise in the cost of building materials; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Dormandasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what representations he has received from local authorities concerning shortages of building materials; what action he is taking to increase supplies; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. EyreVery few. It is for the producers to meet demands for materials, and they have been increasing capacity to do so. It is for the Government to create the conditions for buoyant demand, and we have done that.