HC Deb 22 July 1998 vol 316 cc577-8W
Mr. Öpik

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what plans he has for future Government funding for the strategic development scheme in Powys; and if he will make a statement. [51027]

Mr. Hain

The Welsh Office, in consultation with the Welsh Local Government Association and other groups, is reviewing the arrangements for delegated Strategic Development Scheme funding to local authorities. This review will help inform the Secretary of State's expenditure decisions later in the year.