§ 58. Mr. Cormackasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he has completed his consultations on derelict land clearance with the six county councils which have the worst problems.
§ Mr. Graham PageMy right hon. Friend has already visited Cumberland, Durham, Lancashire and Northumberland and will be visiting Derbyshire and the West Riding early next year.
§ 109. Mr. Laurance Reedasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what has been the outcome of his consultations with Lancashire County Council over the clearance of derelict land in the county.
§ Mr. Graham PageLocal authorities have been made more aware of the need to make increased use of the generous grants which are available. They have been asked to submit realistic six-year programmes and to aim at clearing their existing problems within 10 years.