§ Mr. Harry GreenwayTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what is his policy towards the use of canal towpaths for horse-riding; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MoynihanThe management of towpaths is the responsibility of their owners. Most canal towpaths are owned by the British Waterways Board, whose byelaws require permission to be obtained for horse riding. The board's policy is to permit horse riding only where it would be compatible with other uses.