HC Deb 26 March 1973 vol 853 c231W
Mr. Carter

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what have been the movements in house building figures for rural areas in recent years; if he is satisfied therewith; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Channon

Starts in rural districts in 1972 were 28 per cent. up on 1970 and completions 4½ per cent. up.