HC Deb 20 January 1987 vol 108 c492W
Mr. Chapman

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (1) if he will make a statement on arrangements to ensure the conservation of broadleaved woodlands and on felling licence regulations;

(2) what safeguards exist to protect broadleaved and ancient semi-natural woodlands from felling or conversion to coniferous woodland or agricultural land.

Mr. Viggers

I shall reply to my hon. Friend as soon as possible.