HC Deb 20 March 1962 vol 656 c29W
46. Mr. V. Yates

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government and Minister for Welsh Affairs when the report on the proposed new town at Dawley will be ready: and if he will make a statement.

48. Mr. W. Yates

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government and Minister for Welsh Affairs when the local authorities in The Wrekin division will be informed of his decision on the proposal to build a new town in the area of Dawley for 60,000 people.

Mr. Rippon

My right hon. Friend has only recently received the report on the possibilities and the problems of developing Dawley as a new town. It is being examined, and a statement will be made as soon as possible.

Mr. J. Silverman

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government and Minister for Welsh Affairs whether he has yet made any decision about the new town for the Birmingham conurbation; and when he expects to make an announcement thereon.

Dr. Hill

I would refer the hon. Member to the answer given today to the hon. Members for Ladywood (Mr. V. Yates) and The Wrekin (Mr. W. Yates).