§ Mr. Wallasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will take steps to set up a navigation authority for the River Derwent, so as to secure the development, maintenance and management of the navigation for use by the public.
§ Mr. Denis HowellNo. I understand that discussions are proceeding between interested parties on the best way in which the various possible uses of the River Derwent can be satisfied. I think this is a matter which should be resolved locally.