HARLOW NEW TOWN

HC Deb 18 June 1952 vol 502 cc103-4W

Mr. Finlay

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government what is the number of houses now constructed by the New Town Corporation at Harlow; the cost thereof; and the number of persons housed therein.

Mr. H. Macmillan

The number of dwellings completed by the Harlow New Town Development Corporation at 31st May, 1952, was 1,010; it is not practicable to state the cost; the number of persons housed is approximately 3,300.

Mr. Finlay

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government when he will publish his decision following the inquiry respecting the water supply to the Harlow New Town.

Mr. H. Macmillan

My decision was notified to the agents for the Harlow Development Corporation by letter on 2nd April. A copy of this letter was sent on 4th April to all the persons on whose behalf representations were made at the inquiry. I will send my hon. Friend copies of these letters.