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Written question asked by Lord Laird (Ulster Unionist Party), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Myners (Labour) on Thursday, 29 October 2009.


Devolved Administrations

Question
To ask Her Majesty's Government in what circumstances they will allow a devolved Administration to undertake an option which is more expensive than an option based on environmental considerations.
Answer

In devolved areas of spending it is up to the devolved Administrations to assess the financial and environmental considerations of devolved spending projects.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
5839; 713 c173-4WA
Session
2008-09
Subjects
Devolution Capital investment Environment protection
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk