HC Deb 12 March 1969 vol 779 cc278-9W
42. Mr. Stodart

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement on the latest position regarding the clearing of wind-blown timber.

46. Earl of Dalkeith

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what progress is being made by the Forestry Commission and the private sector of the forestry industry, respectively, in the harvesting and marketing of wind-blown timber.

Dr. Dickson Mabon

The Windblow Action Group has reported that up to 31st December, 1968, 34 per cent. of the Forestry Commission's timber and 42 per cent. of the privately-owned timber had been cleared and despatched to markets.