HC Deb 14 July 1997 vol 298 cc46-7W
42. Mr. Bayley

To ask the hon. Member for Middlesbrough, representing the Church Commissioners, if he will make a statement about the Church Commissioners' policy on public access to Hagg Wood, near York. [6506]

Mr. Bell

The Commissioners are committed to protecting public rights of way over their land. Where appropriate, they are also prepared to enter into Access Agreements for specified permissive paths. In the case of Hagg Wood, discussions are in progress with York City Council and the leaseholder, the Forestry Commission, aimed at achieving a suitable Access Agreement.