§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what representations he has received concerning the need for green belts in Wales; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David HuntI have received letters from various organisations about the need for green belts in Wales.
§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement concerning the effectiveness or otherwise of green barriers as opposed to green belts as they might apply to Wales.
§ Mr. David HuntI am not aware of any monitoring or evaluation of the effectiveness or otherwise of green barriers as opposed to green belts. I have invited the Assembly of Welsh Counties, as part of its review of strategic planning guidance in Wales, to consider the potential contribution of green belts to the proper planning and development of Wales. When I receive its advice later this year, I will give it careful consideration.