§ Mr. TippingTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment (1) what recent discussions he has held about the transfer of land to English Partnerships for British Coal; when such a transfer will be completed; and if he will make a statement; [2334]
(2) when he expects the transfer of land from British Coal to English Partnerships to be completed; and if he will make a statement. [2335]
§ Sir Paul BeresfordAn announcement will be made shortly.