§ Mr. E. Rowlandsasked the Secretary of State for Wales how many properties in Wales, affected by slum clearance proceedings which were begun before 23rd April, 1968, and which are still awaiting his confirmation, are classified as unfit and are in owner occupation.
56Wpayments to civilian staff, military aid and sundry items (including transfers within the central government) required to adjust the Defence Budget to the basis on which public expenditure is calculated in the national income accounts. The table below shows expenditure on these various components for the years 1959–60 to 1967–68:
§ Mr. George ThomasThere are 345 houses in 22 clearance areas declared on or before 23rd April, 1968, on which my decision has not yet been given. The number of owner-occupied houses in these areas can be ascertained but this will require some research. I will write to my hon. Friend as soon as this information is available.