Straw and Stubble Burning (Hansard, 27 October 1989)

HC Deb 27 October 1989 vol 158 c651W 651W

§ Mr. Haselhurst
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food whether the 1989 straw survey has been completed; and if he will make a statement.

§ Mr. Maclean
The 1989 straw survey date was 2 October 1989 and the survey is still in progress. The results of this survey are expected to be published early in December 1989. My right hon. Friend the Minister is currently reviewing the position on straw and stubble burning and will take the results of this year's survey into account.