§ 22. Mr. Matthew TaylorTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what action he proposes to take, in the light of the National Council of Voluntary Organisations' 10-point plan regarding rural voluntary action, a copy of which has been sent to him; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MoynihanWe attach great importance to the role of voluntary organisations in rural areas. We shall continue to assist them in appropriate ways, particularly through the Rural Development Commission.