§ 14. Mr. McInnesasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received from the Glasgow Corporation regarding the acquisition of 500 acres of ground in the Summerston area for the purpose of building 5,000 houses and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. J. N. BrowneGlasgow Corporation has recently reported its desire to build approximately 5,000 houses on land at Summerston and its failure to get clearance from the agricultural executive committee and the National Coal Board. My right hon. Friend is having inquiries made into the objections raised and will write to the corporation as soon as possible.
§ Mr. McInnesIs the hon. Member aware that the corporation has sought to acquire this ground upon the recommendation of his right hon. Friend? Will he therefore look favourably upon Glasgow Corporation, and try to overcome the artificial objections of the National Coal Board and the agricultural executive committee?
§ Mr. BrowneI can assure the hon. Member that my right hon. Friend is aware of the importance and urgency of this matter, and will do his best to find the right solution.