§ Mr. Andrew MacKayasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he has made a decision about a site for the third National Garden Festival in 1989.
§ Sir George YoungWe received proposals from a number of authorities in England, Scotland and Wales concerning a total of 19 sites. We have decided to proceed with a detailed study of three of them: Gateshead (Norwood-Redheugh), Glasgow (Princes dock) and Swansea (Lower Swansea valley). The study, which will be completed in the summer, will provide information on a consistent basis on aspects such as costs, design possibilities and likely income. The timing will enable the early results from the Liverpool festival to be assimilated before a final decision is made.