HC Deb 23 January 1951 vol 483 cc12-3
24. Air Commodore Harvey

asked the Minister of Town and Country Planning if he will make a statement on the results of the boring tests with regard to the proposed new town near Congleton.

Mr. Dalton

Six borings have been made. These and earlier borings show that there is rock salt to the south of Congleton, but not to the north.

Air Commodore Harvey

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that these boring tests have taken place for nearly two years and, in view of the situation, would it not be better to drop these tests and give the people of Congleton the additional houses they so badly require?

Mr. Dalton

There will not be any more tests. I am satisfied with those we have had.