HC Deb 07 February 1994 vol 237 c56W
Mr. Macdonald

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what is his estimate of the number of hectares of woodland he expects to be planted next year in Scotland by(a) the Forestry Commission, (b) private foresters and (c) crofting townships.

Sir Hector Monro

[holding answer 4 February 1994]: The information is given in the table. The figures include new planting and restocking.

Estimated woodland planting 1994–95 Hectares
Forestry Commission 4,600
Private woodlands 15,000
Crofters' common grazing land 160

In addition, the Forestry Commission expects to pay grants to private owners for work intended to encourage natural regeneration on about 3,000 hectares.

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