§ Mr. Molyneauxasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what consultations have been held with representatives of local residents of Brown's Bay, County Antrim, about the building of a new car park; what promises were given about further consultations; whether these further consultations have taken place; and whether notices have been published inviting tenders for the work.
§ Mr. David HowellI understand from Antrim County Council, the sponsor of the scheme, that there have been consultations about proposed extensions to the car park at Brown's Bay with representatives of local residents on at least three occasions since July 1969. The most recent consultation was on 22nd September 1972. Although it was agreed to keep the objectors informed no further consultations were promised, and none has taken place. The objections of the representatives of local residents were put before the council who decided, after consideration, to proceed with the scheme. Notices have been published inviting tenders for the work. I understand it is the council's intention to write to the objectors shortly telling them of the decision to proceed with the scheme.