§ 59. Mr. Pawseyasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what proposals he has to encourage local authorities and other public bodies to dispose of vacant land in their possession.
§ Mr. Giles ShawA scheme of land registers has been introduced for the whole of England which lists under-used sites held by public bodies. The registers have been actively publicised and registered land is being comprehensively scrutinised to identify sites with potential for development. Continual pressure is being brought to bear on public bodies to dispose of sites, and in certain cases my right hon. Friend is currently considering the exercise of his powers to direct disposal.