§ Mr. PatchettTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment when he last met Barnsley metropolitan borough council to discuss its housing needs; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Chope[holding answer 3 November 1989]: My officials met Barnsley metropolitan borough council on 3 October 1989 to discuss the district's housing needs and the council's proposed housing investment programme. The outcome of these discussions will be taken into account when the decisions are taken on the allocation of housing resources to Barnsley for the next financial year.