In a recent parliamentary debate MP’s debated the protection of trees and ancient woodland, with discussions on the potential effects of development proposals on these areas, and highlighting the value of ancient woodlands, with the statistic given that only 2% of these areas remain (Hansard 10 Dec 2015 : Column 413WH).
The Commons Select Committee writes:
On Thursday 10 December MPs took part in a general debate on the protection of ancient woodland and trees in Westminster Hall. This debate was scheduled by the Backbench Business Committee following a bid from Rebecca Pow.
This debate was opened by Rebecca Pow, Conservative Party MP for Taunton Deane.
View the full text of the debate
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