§ 68. Colonel Tufton Beamishasked the Minister of Housing and Local Government and Minister for Welsh Affairs whether he is aware of the large number of representations made to the National Parks Commission following its proposal to designate the Sussex Downs as an area of outstanding natural beauty; what progress has so far been made with 35W its consideration of these representations; and if he will order a public inquiry in order to ensure that full account is taken of opposing views before a final decision is made in the matter.
§ Sir K. JosephMy right hon. Friend is aware that a number of representations have been made to the National Parks Commission and he understands that it is considering them. He cannot decide what steps he will take until the Commission has made a designation order and submitted it to him for confirmation.