HC Deb 16 June 1994 vol 244 cc631-2W
Dr. Lynne Jones

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what plans he has to protect green-field sites in the west midlands region.

Mr. Baldry

The Secretary of State will continue to uphold policies that protect the green belt and open countryside in the west midlands. He will maintain his commitment to urban regeneration and will stress the importance of accommodating any necessary development within urban areas wherever possible.

Dr. Lynne Jones

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what advice he has received as to a need for the release of land for house building in the west midlands.

Mr. Baldry

The West Midlands Forum of Local Authorities has recently submitted advice to the Secretary of State. The forum estimated that 275,000 additional dwellings would be required in the region between 1991 and 2011.