HC Deb 27 October 1971 vol 823 c327W
54. Sir G. de Freitas

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what steps he is taking to encourage water authorities to provide for access to reservoirs for fishing, sailing and for the use of slow silent electrically-powered boats for bird watching.

Mr. Eldon Griffiths

Last year I wrote to water undertakings in England asking them to review the recreational use of their reservoirs. A substantial number have now made or plan to make increased provision. It is for the undertakings themselves to decide what forms of recreation should be developed, but they have been advised to consult Regional Sports Councils.