§ Mr. Onslowasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will obtain the views of Surrey county 235W council on the proposed construction of a new Inland Revenue computer centre on a site at West Byfleet, which is within the green belt; and how this proposed development relates to the provisions of the Surrey structure plan approved by him on 14 April.
§ Mr. Giles ShawThe Property Services Agency has submitted the proposal to Woking borough council for its views as the local planning authority. The council has objected to the proposal, on the grounds inter alia that the site is within the green belt and that the development would be contrary to the structure plan. If the Inland Revenue wishes to proceed with the proposal, the Property Services Agency will have to refer the matter to my right hon. Friend for decision. In coming to a decision we would take account of all relevant considerations, including, of course, the provisions of the structure plan.