Temporary Houses

Oral Answers to Questions — Housing – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 22nd March 1945.

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Photo of Mr William Gallacher Mr William Gallacher , Fife Western 12:00 am, 22nd March 1945

asked the Prime Minister if he has given consideration to the resolution of the Cowdenbeath Town Council, forwarded to him by the hon. Member for West Fife, requesting that all possible measures should be taken by the Ministry to speed up the provision of temporary houses; and whether he has any statement to make.

Photo of Mr Clement Attlee Mr Clement Attlee , Stepney Limehouse

Perhaps the hon. Member would be good enough to await the statements which will be made on behalf of the Government in the course of the forthcoming Debate.

Photo of Mr William Gallacher Mr William Gallacher , Fife Western

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that the council at Rosyth and the potential occupants are waiting, not for a Debate but for the houses; and will he see that the houses are provided? [Interruption.]

Photo of Mr Douglas Clifton Brown Mr Douglas Clifton Brown , Hexham

The hon. Member must be allowed to put his question.

Photo of Mr David Kirkwood Mr David Kirkwood , Dumbarton District of Burghs

Thank you, Sir, for standing up for one man.