§ Mr. RedmondTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will consider carrying out a survey into the desirability of pond preservation orders, similar to tree preservation orders; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. AtkinsResults from a special analysis of the countryside survey 1990 on ponds are expected shortly. Environmental schemes, such as countryside stewardship, protect environmental features including ponds and encourage their creation. Against this background I have no plans to introduce specific statutory protection for ponds.