HC Deb 21 December 1983 vol 51 cc257-8W
25. Mr. Chapman

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment when he intends to publish his redrafted circular on green belts; and if he will make a statement.

37. Mr. Adley

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will make a statement on his latest proposals for protecting the green belt and for preventing urban sprawl.

Mr. Patrick Jenkin

I am giving careful consideration to the many helpful comments I have received in response to consultation and I shall issue the revised draft circular in the new year. I do not propose to make a statement.

54. Mr. Tracey

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment when he proposes to publish new draft circulars on both green belt and land for housing.

Mr. Macfarlane

I am giving careful consideration to the many helpful comments I have received in response to the consultation, and I shall issue the revised draft circulars in due course. I do not propose to make a statement.