§ Mr. Andrew F. BennettTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment how he proposes to apply the principles of the citizens charter to the way his Department handles opposed public path orders and definitive map modification orders.
§ Mr. BaldryOpposed public path orders and definitive map orders are subject to statutory procedures which lead to consideration of objections by inspectors through a written representations procedure or more commonly at public inquiries. To a very large measure these procedures already reflect the principles of the citizens charter. However, if there is an identified conflict between the current procedures and the principles of the citizens charter the planning inspectorate will be pleased to address it.