HC Deb 05 July 1965 vol 715 c187W
Mr. Hooson

asked the Secretary of State for Wales whether he will give an assurance that when a new town is recommended by consultants for any of the counties in Mid-Wales, he will hold a referendum of the inhabitants of that county to see if they desire a new town.

Mr. James Griffiths

No. The appropriate procedure is that laid down in the New Towns Act, 1946, which provides for consultation with local authorities and, if necessary, for a public inquiry to be held.

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