HC Deb 24 May 1976 vol 912 cc16-7W
Mr. Kinnock

asked the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement on the progress of discussions between the Building Societies Association and housing authorities concerning housing mortgage applications to building societies.

Mr. John Morris

I am informed that the discussions are continuing and that progress is being made towards overcoming some of the present difficulties.

Mr. Kinnock

asked the Secretary of State for Wales how many mortgage applications have been referred to building societies by the Islwyn Borough Council in the period since November 1975; and of these how many have been refused and how many accepted.

Mr. John Morris

I am informed that about 20 such references have been made, and that so far two have been accepted.