HC Deb 10 April 1974 vol 872 c160W
Mr. Lomas

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will make a statement on the future of the inland waterway system as a means of transportation and for recreational facilities.

Mr. Denis Howell

The Government will continue to encourage use of inland waterways for these purposes and will welcome development schemes for freight-carrying which can be shown to be viable.

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