HC Deb 26 October 1983 vol 47 c109W
21. Mr. Haselhurst

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he is satisfied with progress in setting up official sites for gipsies.

Mr. Macfarlane

The responsibility for providing sites for gipsies rests with the local authorities concerned. The level of provision has slowed down after a considerable increase following the introduction of capital grants. I am satisfied that many authorities are making real efforts to provide sites.