HC Deb 03 March 1970 vol 797 cc68-9W
91. Mr. Hooley

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government how many acres of derelict land were cleared in the Yorkshire and Humberside Region during 1968 and 1969; how many schemes are in the pipeline for 1970; and what is the acreage involved for that year.

Mr. Skeffington

167 acres were reclaimed in 1968. Figures are not yet available for 1969. 48 schemes covering 535 acres have been approved for grant purposes since 1st January, 1969, and most of these will involve work in 1970. Five schemes for 294 acres are under consideration in the Department.