Written question asked by Paul Flynn (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 25 March 1996. It was answered by James Clappison (Conservative) on Monday, 25 March 1996 on behalf of the Department of the Environment.

Dept of the Environment

Question: What new proposals he has for bat conservation measures in (a) urban and (b) rural conservation areas.

Answer: Mr. Flynn: To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what new proposals he has for bat conservation measures in (a) urban and (b) rural conservation areas.[22808] Mr. Clappison: Four species of bat have had a range of measures proposed within biodiversity species actions plans, which the Government are currently considering. A response to these proposals is expected this spring. A range of measures within the rural environment to improve habitat identification and management are being considered. English Nature's species recovery programme for the greater horseshoe bat includes the promotion of appropriate land management around maternity roosts.

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