HC Deb 08 June 1967 vol 747 c1262
8. Mr. Clifford Williams

asked the Secretary of State for Wales if he is aware of the potential danger to residents of houses living at Bourneville Road, Abertillery, by the gradual movement of the mountain slipping in the near vicinity; and if he will take action to deal with this matter.

The Under-Secretary of State for Wales (Mr. Ifor Davies)

Yes, Sir. At my suggestion the Abertillery Urban District Council has engaged consultants to advise it. The appropriate action will then be considered by the Council and by my right hon. Friend.

Mr. Williams

I am grateful for that information. If some action proves necessary can the Government give a grant for any costs that will be incurred?

Mr. Davies

This is not a derelict land situation and the provisions of the Industrial Development Act therefore do not apply. Any assistance would need to be in the form of an ex-gratia payment and my right hon. Friend will consider this matter when he has a report of the cost of any further necessary works.