Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Lord Fearn (Liberal Democrat), on Wednesday, 11 March 1992, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 4 members in total.

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BRITISH RAIL TREE FELLING

That this House notes that Network SouthEast's tree felling programme at up to 30 sites is destroying valuable wildlife habitats and 'green' corridors; condemns Network SouthEast's failure to notify residents well in advance of this major tree felling exercise; is similarly concerned at Network SouthEast's failure to consult with local authorities; understands that passenger safety must be the priority but questions whether the massive scale of tree felling is justified; calls upon British Rail Chairman, Sir Bob Reid, to undertake an immediate re-examination of British Rail's lineside vegetation management policy; and strongly urges Network SouthEast fully to consult local communities in all areas where these works are being carried out.

Amendments

The Early day motion has received an amendment.

BRITISH RAIL TREE FELLING (848A1)

The Early day motion has received an amendment sponsored by Jeremy Corbyn (primary, Labour) and tabled on Thursday, 12 March 1992. It has been signed by 2 members in total.

at end add 'and to ensure the best possible use of trackside land as nature reserves.'.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

848 

848A1 

Session

1991-92

Subjects

British Rail Public participation Tree felling Network SouthEast

Link

View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk