HC Deb 04 March 1969 vol 779 cc90-1W
Mr. Roy Hughes

asked the Secretary of State for Economic Affairs how many staff were seconded by various local authorities for the purpose of carrying out the Severnside Study; and how many of this number have now returned to their original employment.

Mr. Urwin

Ten professional officers were seconded to the Physical Planning Unit set up in Bristol. Eight returned to the local authorities in the study area from which they were seconded, and two were retained to complete specified tasks.

Mr. Roy Hughes

asked the Secretary of State for Economic Affairs if, in relation to the Severnside Study, he will now state when he expects the final report by the Central Union for Environmental Planning to be published.

Mr. Shore

It is too early to forecast a precise date when the report is likely to be submitted.