§ Mr. Skeetasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he will be consulted and would be required to authorise an order made under clause 8 of the Countryside Bill.
§ Mr. Denis HowellSuch an order would be subject to confirmation by my right hon. Friend.
§ Mr. Skeetasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he will be consulted and would be required to authorise proposals for experimental schemes under clause 9 of the Countryside Bill.
§ Mr. Denis HowellNo. The purpose of clause 9 is to give the Countryside Commission freedom to carry out experimental schemes without being required to consult my right hon. Friend or obtain his authorisation for individual schemes.