Land reclamation and its cost in Wales, 1976-1986

Bridges, M.

Land reclamation and its cost in Wales, 1976-1986 - 1987 - Land & Minerals Surveying 5(9) September 1987, 461-465(5) .

Examines the role of the Welsh Development Agency in reclaiming derelict land in Wales. In the decade 1976 to 1986, 2,649 ha were restored either to active economic use or for recreational or amenity purposes, the counties of Gwent, Mid Glamorgan and West Glamorgan being the main beneficiaries of WDA grants .