HC Deb 21 February 1956 vol 549 cc192-3
51. Mr. Russell

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government when he proposes to fix the exact boundaries of the Green Belt around London.

Mr. Sandys

The limits of the Green Belt are settled as part of the development plans of the counties concerned. Pending the approval of these plans the areas proposed as green belts are being vigilantly protected.

Mr. Russell

Can my right hon. Friend say what has been achieved in the last year or so in preserving the London Green Belt?

Mr. Sandys

During the last calendar year, apart from a few houses on isolated plots, authorised mainly for agricultural reasons, I have approved applications for building in the London Green Belt on only about 45 acres and have refused applications involving over 2,000 acres.

Mr. Ede

When is the right hon. Gentleman likely to announce his decisions on the development plans for the various Home Counties?

Mr. Sandys

Some have been announced, one will be announced shortly and another will be coming along a little later after that.