HC Deb 14 February 1994 vol 237 c567W
Mr. Robert Banks

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what is his decision on the Nidderdale area of outstanding natural beauty designation order submitted to him by the Countryside Commission.

Mr. Atkins

My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State has today confirmed the order which will designate Nidderdale as an area of outstanding natural beauty. The designation covers an area of 603 sq km in north Yorkshire. Nidderdale is important for its natural beauty and unspoilt rural character which the designation will help to secure.