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Flats, Knightsbridge

Oral Answers to Questions — Housing – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 24 November 1947.

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Photo of Mr Philip Piratin Mr Philip Piratin , Stepney Mile End 12:00, 24 November 1947

asked the Minister of Works what is the value of the licence granted to build the block of flats in Knightsbridge known as Alexander Keep; the number of flats concerned; and why, in view of his policy, this licence was granted.

Photo of Mr Charles Key Mr Charles Key , Poplar Bow and Bromley

I understand from my right hon. Friend the Minister of Health that no licence has been granted.

Photo of Mr Philip Piratin Mr Philip Piratin , Stepney Mile End

Is the Minister aware that, on the outside space formerly occupied by these flats is a large notice inviting prospective tenants, no doubt at very substantial rents, to apply for accommodation and stating that the flats will be up in the next year?

Photo of Mr Charles Key Mr Charles Key , Poplar Bow and Bromley

No, Sir, I was not aware of that. All I was asked was whether a licence had been granted. As I have said, no such licence has been granted.

Photo of Lieut-Colonel Sir Thomas Moore Lieut-Colonel Sir Thomas Moore , Ayr District of Burghs

Are not such blocks of flats intended to provide homes for human beings just as much as are prefabricated houses?

Photo of Mr Charles Key Mr Charles Key , Poplar Bow and Bromley

Yes, Sir, and application would be made to the local authority for a licence. The local authority would deal with the application.

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