§ Mr. Spenceasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what is his planning policy with regard to the protection of the North Yorkshire Moors, in view of the possible damage to the environment caused by the need for North Sea oil and gas supplies; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Denis HowellI am confident that the local planning authority is alert to its responsibilities when dealing with applications for planning permission for any development in the North Yorkshire National Park.