§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what plans he has to tackle the issue of holiday homes in rural Wales; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. GristIt will always be to the advantage of rural Wales that the interests of all who wish to have homes there should be recognised. I have made it clear that appropriate ways of assisting those in housing need in these areas should be developed wherever practicable, and there will be discussions soon with the relevant local authorities.