§ Mr. Johnasked the Secretary of State for Wales how it is proposed to promote factory development by private enterprise in Llantrisant New Town; and in what way this will differ from present methods used in Wales.
§ Mr. Peter ThomasThe establishment of a new town in this area served by a development corporation will be an important stimulus to industrial development by private enterprise.
§ Mr. Johnasked the Secretary of State for Wales when it is anticipated that the New Town Corporation for Llantrisant will be set up; and when he proposes to name its membership.
§ Mr. Peter ThomasThis will depend on the progress made in the designation of the new town area, a statutory process which involves consultation with local authorities and other interests and arrangements for a public inquiry into objections.
200Wauthority dwellings is sought before work begins, but Exchequer assistance towards grants made by local authorities for the improvement of private dwellings is not sought until the grant has been paid. No application by these authorities was refused during 1970 and 1971.