§ Mr. Gryllsasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what plantings of heather, gorse and other heathland plants he has ordered to be carried out on the verges of the M3 motorway, where it crosses Chobham Common, since the motorway was constructed; and how much more replacement planting still has to be carried out.
§ Mr. Marks3,000 heather plants, and a selection of indigenous trees, have been planted on this section of the M3, and gorse is establishing itself naturally. A survey of the area will be made next year to assess the success of the planting carried out, the extent of the natural regeneration of the heathland flora, and the need for further plantings.