§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he has completed his review about the need for advance notification to local planning authorities, such as those in Central Scotland, about the granting of licences for oil exploration in their area; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Tom BoardmanYes. I have arranged for local planning authorities to 353W receive advance notification of the grant of licences in all future cases.