Written question asked by David Stewart (Labour) on Wednesday, 16 June 1999, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 17 June 1999. It was answered by Lord Reid of Cardowan (Labour) on Thursday, 17 June 1999 on behalf of the Scottish Office.

Scottish Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what effect devolution will have on ministerial responsibilities for forestry.

Answer: Mr. David Stewart: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what effect devolution will have on ministerial responsibilities for forestry. [87666] Dr. Reid: From 1 July 1999, Scottish Ministers in the Scottish Parliament will have responsibility for forestry in Scotland, the National Assembly for Wales will have responsibility for forestry in Wales, while the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food will continue to have responsibility for forestry in England. The Prime Minister has agreed that the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food will also, from 1 July, assume responsibility for forestry issues affecting Great Britain as a whole. The Minister will, of course, consult Scottish Ministers and the National Assembly on such matters. My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland has responsibility for forestry in Northern Ireland.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 333 c215W; 87666
Session: 1998-99
Subjects: Devolution Departmental responsibilities Forestry Scotland Scottish Office