§ Mr. Lomasasked the Minister of Housing and Local Government if, in view of the provisions of Section 30(1) of the Countryside Act, he will designate long distance paths and other cross country routes so that they are available for the public on cycles as well as on foot and horseback.
§ Mr. SkeffingtonThe Countryside Commission is currently bringing forward proposals under the National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act, 1949, for the establishment of long-distance routes for my right hon. Friend's approval. These routes are intended for extensive journeys on foot, on horseback or on bicycle; but parts of them will by their physical nature be unsuitable for bicycling. Although bicycles are not permitted on footpaths, under Section 30(1) of the Countryside Act, 1968, cyclists can use bridleways whether or not these form part of a long-distance route.