Mr. Morganasked the Secretary of State for Wales whether he will take steps, by legislation or otherwise, to assist occupiers of remote upland farms in Wales, so far unconnected with electricity, to obtain electricity supplies at less than the charges at present levied for connection.
§ Mr. Cledwyn HughesAssistance towards the cost of connecting farms to202W mains electricity supplies has been available since 1957 under the Farm Improvement Scheme. Under the Agriculture Bill introduced in the House of Commons on 28th April powers are being sought to set up Rural Development Boards for hill areas where there are special problems. These Boards would be able to provide financial assistance towards the cost of improving public services, including electricity.