HL Deb 28 March 1985 vol 461 c1276WA
Lord Davies of Leek

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What funds are being given by the Countryside Commission to the major study of river valleys in England and Wales; whether the study will ultimately be made public; and, if so, when.

Lord Skelmersdale

The Countryside Commission has let a contract to consultants for a study of river valleys in England and Wales within a maximum expenditure of £34,200. The final report is expected to be submitted in March 1986 and the commission intend to publish it shortly thereafter.