§ Mr. Cyril Lloydasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Works and Planning by whom Professor Abercrombie was selected to undertake the re-planning of London; whether he is a whole-time member of the staff of the Ministry; and what are his emoluments?
§ Mr. H. StraussOn the suggestion of the Standing Conference on London Regional Planning, which represents the local authorities concerned, my Noble Friend intends to appoint Professor Abercrombie to prepare an outline plan and report for the area surrounding London so as to form, with the plans of the city and county of London which are already being prepared, a comprehensive plan for the whole region. Professor Abercrombie will be paid a fee as a consultant and it is not proposed that he should become a member of the staff of the Ministry. The exact terms of the appointment are under discussion.