§ Mr. Nicholas Wintertonasked the Secretary of State for Wales if there is at present a tree planting programme in operation for the national parks of Wales; if not, if such a programme is planned; and if he will make a statement on his Department's policy for the planting of trees in Welsh national parks.
§ Mr. Michael RobertsAmenity tree planting in national parks is the responsibility of the park authorities and the Countryside Commission. Afforestation for commercial purposes takes place in national parks depending on the availability of finance and land suitable for planting and is subject to consultation with statutory bodies. Tree planting policies796W within the national park areas are primarily a matter for the park authorities concerned.