HC Deb 09 December 1996 vol 287 cc42-3W
Mr. Rooker

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will bring forward proposals to restore for areas of outstanding natural beauty the same primary purpose as that pertaining to national parks. [7758]

Mr. Clappison

We have no plans to do so.

Mr. Rooker

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what representations he has received regarding the separation of the common primary purpose previously enjoyed by the national parks and areas of outstanding natural beauty; and if he will make a statement. [7759]

Mr. Clappison

I am not aware of any such representations.

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