§ Mr. Charles KennedyTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland when he expects to be able to issue draft planning/mineral guidelines; if he proposes to make these open to consultation; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Stewart[holding answer 18 February 1994]: Draft national planning policy guidelines on land for mineral working were issued for public consultation in July 1992. We do not propose further consultation, and intend to issue the final guidelines soon.