§ Mr. Llew SmithTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what assistance his Department will provide to United Kingdom applicants to the European Commission invitation to submit proposals relating to general measures to provide information and raise awareness about the environment, published in theOfficial Journal of the European Communities, column 54, 10 to 12 and 25 February.
§ Mr. MacleanMy Department supports the aim of increasing environmental awareness. The Commission has632W asked for proposals to be sent to it direct, not via member states, but we would be happy to advise any applicant who approached us.