HC Deb 18 November 1983 vol 48 c600W
Mr. Hardy

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if, in view of the international importance of Derwent Ings, North Yorkshire, for nature conservation, he will consult widely before reaching a decision on the application by the Ouse and Derwent internal drainage board for a grant to aid pump drainage in the area of North Duffield Cans.

Mrs. Fenner

The requirements of section 22 of the Water Act 1973, as amended by section 48 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, will be observed in the consideration of this scheme, as they are with any other scheme for which grant under the Land Drainage Act 1976 is sought.