§ 2. Mr. Turtonasked the Minister of Town and Country Planning whether the report of the public inquiry into the application to use Helmsley Moor as a bombing ground has been received; and, if so, when the decision will be made public.
§ Mr. DaltonYes, Sir, and the decision will be announced very shortly.
§ Mr. TurtonCan the Minister explain why there has been the very long delay—nearly two years—between the public inquiry and the publication of the report?
§ Mr. DaltonI could not, without notice, agree that it has been nearly two years, but after these reports are made it is always desirable to consult a number of interested parties, including the local people, to see if we can reach agreement.
§ Mr. TurtonHas the National Parks Commission been consulted?
§ Mr. DaltonI could not answer that question without notice. It is a general rule that the National Parks Commission is consulted on such cases, provided they have arisen since the Commission was set up.