Written question asked by Elfyn Llwyd (Plaid Cymru), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 21 May 1996. It was answered by Gwilym Jones (Conservative) on Tuesday, 21 May 1996 on behalf of the Welsh Office.

Welsh Office

Question: What plans he has to limit the spread of superstores in out-of-town locations in Wales. - Inc ref to revised planning guidance (in Lib).

Answer: Mr. Llwyd: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what plans he has to limit the spread of superstores in out-of-town locations in Wales; and if he will make a statement.[29610] Mr. Gwilym Jones: My right hon. Friend has today issued revised planning guidance recognising the importance of town centres and encouraging retail development within those centres rather than at out of town sites. I have arranged for copies of the revised planning guidance to be placed in the Library of the House.

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