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Written question asked by Lord Swire (Conservative) on Tuesday, 10 July 2018, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 16 July 2018 (named day). It was answered by Baroness Coffey (Conservative) on Monday, 16 July 2018 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Public Footpaths

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of including National Trails in the ongoing review of National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Answer

Significant portions of existing national trails fall within boundaries of existing national parks and areas of outstanding natural beauty. These important assets can expect to receive attention through the Glover Review, which will enable all stakeholders to express their views on the future of these places.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
162492
Session
2017-19
Subjects
National landscapes Public footpaths National parks
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk