§ Lord Onslow of Wokingasked Her Majesty's Government:
What steps they have taken to reduce the quantity of ragwort on roadside verges in England and Wales. [HL3613]
§ Lord WhittyEradication of noxious weeds on local road verges in England is the responsibility of local highway authorities. These authorities take measures to eradicate ragwort when made aware that a problem exists. The Highways Agency's current policy on noxious weeds for the trunk road and motorway network in England is to actively seek out infestation and take appropriate control measures. The trunk and motorway network and local roads in Wales are the responsibility of the National Assembly for Wales and Welsh local authorities respectively.