§ Mr. Simon HughesTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland how many acres of land are held by each regional and island water authority; what percentage, in each case, falls within areas designated for environmental protection such as evironmentally sensitive areas and areas of natural beauty; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Lang[holding answer 2 November 1992]: I refer the hon. Member to the reply that I gave to the hon. Member for Glasgow, Shettleston (Mr. Marshall) on 27 October.