§ Mr. Onslowasked the Minister of Housing and Local Government when a decision will be reached about proposed extensions of the Metropolitan Green Belt in the Dartford rural district; and what action he will take meanwhile to prevent speculation in land in this area arising out of his recent decision in the North Ash planning appeal.
§ Mr. MacCollThe local planning authority has not yet made formal proposals for extending the green belt in the Dartford rural district; and before confirming any such proposals my right hon. Friend would need to be satisfied that sufficient land has been allocated to meet the foreseeable need in the area. Anyone who buys land at more than existing use value without planning permission runs the risk of burning his fingers; the decision at Hartley does not alter this fact.