§ Mr. Keyasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make it his policy that decisions as to the species with which felled broadleaved trees should be replaced should take into account soil suitability and economic factors, including job opportunities, in rural areas; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. John MacKayPolicy proposals for broadleaved woodland are being developed by the Forestry Commission under the broadleaves in Britain review, and the considerations mentioned by my hon. Friend will be taken into account. I expect a statement arising from that review to be made to the House by the summer Recess.