§ Mr. Craigenasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what are the reasons for the continuing delay by the Housing Corporation in Scotland in reaching a decision upon the British Waterways Board's proposals for housing at Maryhill Locks; and if he will take steps to expedite the matter in view of the importance of revitalising this area of Maryhill.
§ Mr. RifkindI understand that the site in question has been proposed for development by a registered housing association but that no specific scheme has been prepared so far.
While the Secretary of State is concerned with the Housing Corporation's broad proposals for the allocation of resources under its control, responsibility for the inclusion of particular housing association proposals in the programme for any particular year rests with the corporation. The case for directing such resources to the Maryhill area is accordingly one which should be pursued direct with the corporation.