asked the Minister of Works what steps he is taking to arrange with other Departments for the derequisitioning of all dwelling-houses and flats now occupied by them, with a view to their return and use for the purposes for which they were constructed.

Arrangements have for some time been in force whereby all Departments give priority of release to small houses and flats. Departments are fully aware of the urgency of surrendering such premises and progress is kept under constant review.