HC Deb 11 July 1984 vol 63 c558W
41. Sir John Farr

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what evidence he has that certain city authorities are sterilising the use of building land within their city limits by refusing to sell to would-be developers to build homes to buy thereon.

Mr. Gow

I am aware that some authorities are for various reasons reluctant to release land for house building. If my hon. Friend will let me know the particular instances he has in mind I shall be glad to pursue the matter.