§ Mr. Ripponasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what progress he has made towards a comprehensive review of the circulars and other guidance issued by his Department and into the preparation of a leaflet for householders explaining when planning permission is needed and how to get it; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. John SilkinForty circulars have already been cancelled and a circular cancelling a further 77 will be published within the next few weeks. The review 541W and consolidation of the remaining circulars is continuing and the first consolidated circular is nearing completion. the leaflet for householders will be published as soon as possible after we have assimilated the comments just received during consultations.