HC Deb 08 November 2000 vol 356 cc236-7W
Mr. Dismore

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions how many responses to the consultation on mobile phone masts planning rules have been received(a) in total, (b) from members of the public, (c) from local authorities and other public bodies, (d) from mobile phone companies and associated businesses and (e) from hon. Members; of (a), how many were (i) broadly supportive of the Government's proposals and (ii) opposed; when he plans to announce changes to the rules; and if he will make a statement. [136942]

Ms Beverley Hughes

At the end of the day, 7 November 2000, we had received 301 responses in total. Of these, 45 were from members of the public; 230 were from local authorities and other public bodies; 18 were from mobile phone companies and associated businesses; and eight were from hon. Members. The Department is currently analysing the responses. We will announce any changes as soon as practicable.