§ Sir W. Jenkinsasked the Minister without Portfolio what steps he is taking to survey South Wales with regard to the location of new industries, new roads and railways, canals, cleaning of rivers to reclaim agricultural land and the improvement of dock facilities; and whether he is taking steps to consult local authorities and experts in these matters?
§ Mr. Greenwood:The general policies which would guide action in the matters referred to by my hon. Friend are under the consideration of a Committee of Ministers of which I am chairman. Executive action in accordance with policy approved by the Government would be for the individual Departments concerned which are in touch with local authorities and equipped with expert advice.