HC Deb 17 February 1971 vol 811 cc446-7W
134. Mr. Simon Mahon

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what percentage of the dwellings to be built in the new town in Lancashire is to be private and public; if he will arrange for consultations to take place between the architects responsible for the design of all dwellings; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Amery

I do not think it realistic to stipulate precise percentages for this major long-term development; but I certainly hope that at least half the houses will be owner-occupied. It will be for the Development Corporation to consider what consultations on design are needed.

147. Mr. Jeffrey Archer

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment how much the new town in Lancashire will cost.

Mr. Peter Walker

As I told the House on 3rd February, the total cost of the new development to public and private funds is of the order of £500 million. The expenditure will be phased over at least 20 years.—[Vol. 810, c. 1675–82.]