§ Mr. AllenTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what responsibility he has for the redevelopment of former colliery slag heaps.
§ Mr. ChopeResponsibility for the redevelopment of former colliery slag heaps is a matter for the developer, subject to the usual planning controls. The Department does provide financial assistance towards the reclamation of derelict spoil heaps in appropriate cases, through the derelict land grant system.