§ Mr. David Clarkasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food how many acres of land were newly planted by the Forestry Commission in 1970, 1971 and 1972; how many were restocked with trees in each year; and what are the corresponding estimates for 1973.
§ Mr. Anthony StodartThe following is the information for Great Britain:
Year to 31st March New planting (acres) Restocking (acres) 1970 45,727 9,852 1971 57,735 12,753 1972 54,395 11,198 1973 (estimated) 51,100 10,500