HC Deb 25 March 1971 vol 814 cc203-4W
Mr. David Clark

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will list the full allowances and grants for the clearance of derelict land now available to the urban districts of Colne Valley, Denby Dale, Holmfirth, Meltham and Saddleworth.

Mr. Peter Walker

The following grants towards the loss incurred by local authorities on the acquisition and reclamation of derelict land are available in the area:

  1. (i) 75 per cent. grant under the Local Employment Act, 1970—provided the Department of Trade and Industry certifies that the work will contribute to the development of industry in the area. This is available to all the urban district councils and to the Yorkshire West Riding County Council.
  2. (ii) 75 per cent. grant under Section 97 of the National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act. 1949—available within the Peak District National Park area to the Park Planning Board or to the urban district councils if agreed under Section 102.
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  3. (iii) 50 per cent. grant under Section 9 of the Local Government Act, 1966—available to all local authorities.

In addition to the specific grants, local authorities may receive further assistance through the resources element of the rate support grant.