§ Mr. Skeffingtonasked the Minister of Housing and Local Government and Minister for Welsh Affairs whether he will consider issuing new guidance to the local authorities about the need for tree preservation orders, since none has been issued for 12 years, and only 400 orders were confirmed for the whole of England and Wales in 1960.
§ Mr. RipponWe have no evidence to suggest that local authorities require fresh guidance about the need for making tree preservation orders in the interests of amenity. I believe they are well aware how and when to use their powers. But if the hon. Member will let me know of any particular difficulties he has in mind I shall be glad to consider what can be done to help.