HC Deb 08 February 1949 vol 461 c47W
106. Sir I. Fraser

asked the Minister of Town and Country Planning whether, in view of the request from the Lancashire County Council that he should confirm a Tree Preservation Order for the Town End Estate, Bardsea, near Ulverston, he will now consult with the President of the Board of Trade with the object of withdrawing the licence for the felling of these trees.

Mr. King

My right hon. Friend confirmed this order provisionally on 26th January and a public inquiry has been arranged and will be held shortly. In accordance with normal arrangements, the Board of Trade will he consulted before a decision as to the final confirmation or otherwise of the order is taken.