Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 5372
Inland Waterways: Midlands
Tabled: 11 September 2024
Answered: 7 October 2024
Question
Dr Luke Evans
Conservative — Hinckley and Bosworth
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what recent discussions he has had with the Canal and River Trust on ensuring the long-term resilience of canal infrastructure in (a) the Midlands and (b) Leicestershire.
Answer
Emma HardyThe Government recognises that inland waterways provide many public benefits, including health and wellbeing effects, leisure and recreation uses, and industrial heritage attractions. They are also important for the natural environment by providing green ...
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