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Written question asked by David Drew (Labour) on Tuesday, 19 June 2007, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 25 June 2007. It was answered by Barry Gardiner (Labour) on Monday, 25 June 2007 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs if he will make a statement on the grant settlement received by the Cotswolds area of outstanding natural beauty from Natural England for 2007-08; and what assessment he has made of the effect of the grant on the establishment of the Cotswolds Conservation Boards.
Answer

DEFRA does not fund areas of outstanding natural beauty (AONBs) directly. Most of the core (administrative) costs, and some of the project costs, involved are provided by Natural England. The relevant local authorities also make a significant contribution. It is for Natural England to determine funding levels for each AONB according to priorities and available resources.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
144887; 462 c62W
Session
2006-07
Subjects
National landscapes Cotswolds Conservation Board
Link
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