HC Deb 06 March 1963 vol 673 cc41-2W
47. Mr. Albu

asked the Minister of Transport what machinery exists for ensuring that the development of properties owned by British Railways takes place in accordance with the needs of urban, regional and transport planning.

Mr. Hay

The development of railway property is subject to the normal machinery of the Town and Country Planning Acts, and to special provisions, notably Sections 11 and 87, in the Transport Act, 1962.

To meet the needs of urban, regional and transport planning close contacts exist, or are introduced as necessary, between my Ministry, other Departments—especially the Ministry of Housing and Local Government and the Scottish Office—local planning authorities and British Railways.

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