§ Mr. WallaceTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions (1) how many responses were received to the HM Coastguard five-year strategy consultation document; [38668]
(2) how many of the responses to the HM Coastguard five-year strategy consultation document expressed opposition to the possible closure of one or more coastguard stations. [38669]
§ Ms Glenda JacksonA total of 1,600 copies of the HM Coastguard five-year strategy consultation document were issued. 215 responses were received. Response to the consultation on the Strategy is currently with Ministers for consideration. It would, therefore be inappropriate to release details until Ministers' deliberations are complete. A copy of the relevant document will be placed in the House Library as soon as the way forward is decided.