§ Mr. Parryasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what representations he has received from the Merseyside Civic Society concerning urban renewal in the Liverpool inner areas; what reply he has sent; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Guy BarnettThe Merseyside Civic Society wrote to my right hon. Friend in January, supporting his approach to the problems of the inner cities. The society's letter, which has been acknowledged with appreciation, is one of an encouraging number from voluntary bodies in Liverpool. The Government believe that voluntary bodies have an important part to play in tackling the problems of our inner areas.