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Natural Environment and Rural Communities Bill

Before my noble friend returns to the matter, I understand that the Rural Development Service, as part of Natural England, will be involved in considering the issues raised by my noble friend. I understand that the Rural Development Service is at present regionally based. That was the reason for my question about regional planning. I accept that local authorities have the say, but on big matters, such as wind farms or other future developments on what I would call economically viable energy producers in future, the Rural Development Service may well have an input in future. It may be able to grant money through agri-environment schemes or any future funding. That would be regionally based, which is why I raise the issue.