HC Deb 15 July 1952 vol 503 cc145-6W
70. Brigadier Peto

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government whether he will make a statement on the public inquiry, held on 9th May, 1951, in the Guildhall. Barnstaple, into the War Department's proposal to utilise large areas in North Devon for training purposes.

Mr. Marples

Yes. The Government have decided to approve the War Office proposal, subject to certain conditions including the condition that all practicable measures are taken to protect the sand dunes. My right hon. Friend will shortly be issuing a statement to the local authorities and other interested bodies setting out the details of the arrangement, and he will send my hon. and gallant Friend a copy.