HC Deb 12 July 1978 vol 953 cc647-8W
44. Mr. Flannery

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he intends to allow the further growth of quarrying of limestone and fluorspar in the Peak National Park; and if will make a statement.

Mr. Denis Howell

The Government remain committed to the policy set out in DoE circular 4/76 that applications for new or extended mineral workings in national parks should be subject to the most rigorous examination because of the serious impact of such development on the natural beauty of the parks. Any such proposals which come before my right hon. Friend will continue to be considered on this basis.