HC Deb 20 October 1953 vol 518 cc1790-1
25. Mr. Braine

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government whether Circular 41/53, addressed to local authorities, applies to land transactions by new town corporations.

Mr. H. Macmillan

The Circular was not addressed to development corporations, but the basis of transactions in land between them and private persons is the same as that set out in the Circular.

Mr. Braine

Since this Circular provides for a much fairer method of acquiring land, could my right hon. Friend make quite sure that the development corporations do avail themselves of this new concession?

Mr. Macmillan

Yes; I shall certainly do that, but I shall not actually direct them, because I think it is far better to advise them and leave the decision in their own hands. If my hon. Friend has any particular case and will consult with me, I will take it up at once.

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