House of Commons Standing Committee
The Natural Environment and Rural Communities (NERC) Bill was scrutinised by Standing Committee from 21st June to 5th July. During discussion, a number of issues were raised which Jim Knight, Minister for Rural Affairs, Landscape and Biodiversity, committed to follow up. Where these have been actioned the activity is recorded below, along with the Hansard reference. The full text of Committee discussion is available on the Parliament’s website.
| Committee session | Clause | Issue Raised | Hansard Ref. | Response |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Sitting, 21 June | 2 | The guiding principles by which Natural England will be governed. | Column 51 | View |
| 2nd Sitting, 21 June | 3 | Natural England's role in bovine TB research. | Column 55 | View |
| 2nd Sitting, 21 June | 4 | Which statutory consultation roles Natural England will inherit. | Column 56 | View |
| 2nd Sitting, 21 June | 8 | The difference between "concept", "method" and "technique". | Column 61 | View |
| 2nd Sitting, 21 June | 9 | The application of Freedom of Information legislation to Natural England. | Column 64 | View |
| 2nd Sitting, 21 June | 12 | The role of Natural England in a case brought about by the EC against the British Government in the European Courts of Justice. | Column 70 | View |
| 4th Sitting, 23 June | 26 - 29 | Information Technology for Natural England. | Column 130 | View |
| 4th Sitting, 23 June | 26 - 29 | Copyright of maps showing open access land. | Column 131 | View |
| 6th Sitting, 28 June | 44 | Description of functions of a constable and wildlife inspector. | Column 190 | View |
| 8th Sitting, 30 June | 62 | Publication of summary of Government legal advice on commencement of rights of way provisions. | Columns 264 - 265 | View |
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6 April, 2006
Page published: 12 August, 2005