§ Mr. Martyn JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what assessment has he made of the numbers of roseate tern in Wales over the last 10 years; what plans he has to encourage the growth of the roseate tern population in Wales; and if he will make a statement. [15062]
§ Mr. Jonathan EvansRoseate tern numbers are counted annually. The last 10 years data show that numbers have declined to virtual extinction within Wales and an action plan under the biodiversity programme will be prepared.