HC Deb 16 March 2004 vol 419 cc163-4W
Miss McIntosh

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what the results have been of the consultation on no crop spray buffer zones; and whether she proposes to introduce no crop spray buffer zones. [162027]

Alun Michael

There has been a substantial response to the no-spray buffer zone consultation and all the responses are currently being assessed. A range of opinions was expressed and the practical options are currently being evaluated. Once this work has been completed Ministers will be in a position to consider the way forward and take decisions.