§ Mr. Bromfieldasked the Minister of Health whether the Shrewsbury City Council have acquired, under compulsory powers, approximately 26 acres of land at Crowmoor for houses, school, allotments and extension of existing recreation ground; if so, what was the exact area and what price was paid; for what purpose had the land been used; and what was the rateable value previous to acquisition?
§ Mr. ElliotI assume that the hon. Member refers to the compulsory purchase order in respect of land at Crowmoor which I confirmed in February last. The order as confirmed comprised 13.5 acres. The land was agricultural land, and therefore derated. I am informed that the purchase has not yet been completed.