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Written question asked by Lord Kennet (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 February 1999. It was answered by Lord McIntosh of Haringey (Labour) on Monday, 8 February 1999 on behalf of the Royal Parks Agency.


McIntosh of Haringey, Lord

Question
Whether the Royal Parks Agency have decided without consultation, to close the North Carriage Drive of Hyde Park for the summer months so as to facilitate the 12 pop concerts which they have decided, without local consultation, to allow a commercial firm to mount in Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens; and whether this closure has been the subject of traffic or environmental impact assessment, and has been agreed by the relevant traffic authorities. [HL 815]. - Includes text of letter from Viviane Robertson of Royal Parks Agency.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL 815; 597 c3-4WA
Session
1998-99
Subjects
Road traffic Royal parks Kensington Gardens Music festivals Hyde Park