§ 29. Mr. Waltersasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food whether he intends to arrest the decline in the level of private sector forestry plantings.
§ 33. Sir T. Kitsonasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food how many acres of forestry were planted by the private sector in 1975–76.
§ Mr. StrangIn the year ended 31st March 1976, grants were paid for the planting in Great Britain of about 30,000 acres. The Government have noted the decline in private sector planting and are keeping a close watch on the situation. 637W We are not convinced, however, of the need for any special measures at present. It is hoped that improvement in the economy and increasing confidence will be reflected in a rising level of planting.