HC Deb 23 March 1998 vol 309 c32W
Mr. Edwards

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what representations he has received as a result of the review of planning policy for opencast coal; and if he will make a statement. [35047]

Mr. Hain

A consultation paper seeking views on possible changes to planning policy for opencast coal issued in Wales in September 1997. Over 200 responses have been received and these are currently being considered in deciding how the review should proceed.