HC Deb 27 July 1964 vol 699 c210W
Mr. P. Williams

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government and Minister for Welsh Affairs whether he will now announce his decision in the case of the applications of Sunderland County Borough for planning permission and for confirmation of a compulsory purchase order in relation to land for housing at Silksworth.

Sir K. Joseph

I have today informed the Council of my decision to grant planning permission for housing development on 600 acres of land at Silksworth and to confirm a compulsory purchase order relating to the same land.

I am sending my hon. Friend copies of my decision letters and of the inspector's report on the public local inquiry into the application and order.