§ Sir D. Walker-Smithasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether consideration has been given to the continued efficacy, following the formation of larger local government units, of Section 28(2)(b) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1971 which provides for applications for planning permission in conservation areas to be advertised within the locality; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. John SilkinMr. George Dobry, QC, is presently looking at the arrangements for publicity for planning applications as part of his review of the development control system.