HC Deb 26 July 1966 vol 732 c223W
Mr. Biffen

asked the Prime Minister to what extent the construction of swimming baths and new local government offices will account for the £55 million cuts in central and local government investment for 1967–68.

Mr. Crossman

I have been asked to reply.

I would refer the hon. Member to the Answer given to him and other hon. Members by my right hon. Friend the Chief Secretary to the Treasury on 25th July.

Mr. Ridley

asked the Prime Minister how much was spent on swimming pools and municipal offices in 1965–66; and by how much he expects this to be reduced next year.

Mr. Crossman

I have been asked to reply.

Figures of actual expenditure on swimming pools and municipal offices are not available. For the reductions to be made in 1967–68 I would refer the hon. Member to the reply given to him and other hon. Members by my right hon. Friend the Chief Secretary to the Treasury on 25th July.