§ Dr. David Clarkasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what discussions he has had with the Lead Development Association in connection with its proposal to purchase redundant lead weights from fishing clubs following the publication of regulations to ban the use of these weights from January 1987; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mrs. RumboldMy Department has been closely involved in discussions with the Lead Development Association throughout the preparation of the scheme. I have welcomed the scheme's introduction and commended it to all anglers and angling clubs.