HC Deb 20 July 1988 vol 137 c675W
22. Mr. Matthew Taylor

To 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. Moynihan

We 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.