§ Mr. Malcolm BruceTo ask the Prime Minister (1) if she has any plans to absorb the Department of Energy's responsibilities within those of any other Department;
(2) if she has any plans to review the responsibilities of the Department of the Environment; and if she will make a statement.
§ The Prime MinisterNo.
§ Mr. Malcolm BruceTo ask the Prime Minister if she will outline the division of responsibilities between Government Departments in respect of(a) air pollution, (b) sea pollution and (c) land pollution.
§ The Prime MinisterI refer the hon. Member to the Department of the Environment publication, "Protecting Your Environment—A Guide", a copy of which is in the Library of the House. Pages 2 and 3 give a succinct but complete summary of the responsibilities in these areas.