Given the shortage of homes within the UK, Portakabin should be inundated with orders for this type of home, which could be a temporary accommodation for many without a roof over heads at all (Factory to axe 75 jobs, The Press, October 15).

I am also aware that with all the disasters that occur round the world, when many lose everything, if they owned a structure such as this I am sure it would be a blessing to many hit by an earthquake or flooding.

At least it would be cover for a family with nothing. What a precious gift for a country like the UK to give to another on such an unfortunate situation. Portakabin should be at the forefront of the Government’s mind when such disasters occur.

Keith Chapman, Custance Walk, York.