§ Mr. J. Griffithsasked the Minister of Town and Country Planning, if his Department has established a regional office in Wales; if so, what are the powers and functions of the office; and if he will give particulars of the staff employed.
Mr. MorrisonYes, Sir. A Planning Officer for Wales has been appointed with an office in Cardiff in order to be available for consultation by local authorities in Wales. He keeps me informed of the problems of the Welsh Authorities and keeps them informed of the requirements of national policy as it is developed. He is assisted by an Assistant Planning Officer and five other officers.