§ 30. Air-Commodore Harveyasked the Minister of Town and Country Planning what tests have been carried out regarding the suitability of Congleton to be classified as a new town; and if he is now able to give a decision in this matter.
§ Mr. SilkinTests are now being carried out for the purpose of ascertaining how far certain land in the area might be affected by subsidence due to the solution of underground salt deposits. Investigations are also being made into the extent to which the water supply could be increased. Further examinations have still to be made, and I am not yet able to put forward a definite proposal about a new town.
§ Air-Commodore HarveyWhen will the Minister be able to make up his mind on this matter, which has been going on for months and months? There are certain business concerns considering opening in Congleton but they will not do so while he is undecided. Will he make up his mind as soon as possible?
§ Mr. SilkinI will do so as soon as I have the necessary data.