HC Deb 04 March 1952 vol 497 cc184-5
31. Mr. James Simmons

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government if he has considered the resolution passed at a conference of a large number of West Midland local authorities, a copy of which has been sent to him, protesting against the proposal of the Forestry Commission to utilise the whole of Highgate Common, Enville, for afforestation purposes with the exception of 10 acres; and if he will refuse his planning authority for this project.

Mr. H. Macmillan

The resolution only reached me on the 1st March, and I am making inquiries.

Mr. Gerald Nabarro

Would my right hon. Friend bear in mind that this particularly beautiful area is a source of much pleasure for recreational purposes for all industrial workers in the West Midland towns, and would he, therefore, study the amenity aspect very closely before allowing the Forestry Commission to take it?