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Written question asked by Baroness Miller of Chilthorne Domer (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 September 2003. It was answered by Lord Bach (Labour) on Monday, 8 September 2003.


Bach, Lord

Question
What representations have been received since 1997 from the United States Air Force or Department of Defense regarding the use of the Defence Act 1842 to close footpath 6 Eriswell, adjacent to RAF Lakenheath; and whether there is any current intention to use the powers contained in the Defence Act 1842 with regard to footpaths and bridleways; and whether in any cases where the intention is to use the powers contained in the Defence Act 1842, it is also intended that the obligation under Section XVII of that Act to create a new footpath or bridleway as a reasonably convenient replacement and alternative to the closed routes will be complied with. [HL 4227] [HL 4228] [HL 4229].

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL 4227; 652 c47WA
Session
2002-03
Subjects
Closures Construction Powers Public footpaths Military bases Rights of way USA Bridleways RAF Lakenheath
Legislation
Defence Act 1842