§ Mr. EdwardsTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales when he plans to announce the results of the review into planning policy for opencast coal in Wales; and if he will make a statement. [41645]
§ Mr. Win GriffithsResponses to the 1997 Consultation Paper are currently being analysed. I should soon be in a position to announce the way in which the review of opencast coal planning policy guidance in Wales will be taken forward.
§ Mr. EdwardsTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will conduct a full review of Minerals Planning Guidance Note 3, on coal mining and colliery spoil disposal, in conjunction with the present review of energy policy in Wales. [41644]
§ Mr. Win GriffithsThe review of UK energy policy is underway. In parallel with that review, consideration will be given to the review of Minerals Planning Guidance Note 3.