HC Deb 22 January 1986 vol 90 cc226-7W
44. Mr. Stern

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he has any plans to seek to restrict the powers of regional sports councils to intervene in inquiries relating to local planning aspects by indicating the possibility of a substantial grant to the appellant before a final decision on the appeal has been made: and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Tracey

No. Regional councils for sport and recreation have no specific powers or rights in planning enquiries; they are able to make representations to an inspector or to the Secretary of State, like any other interested party to an appeal.