Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 90970
Rivers: North West Norfolk
Tabled: 13 November 2025
Answered: 21 November 2025
Question
James Wild
Conservative — North West Norfolk
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what recent assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill on the protection of chalk streams in North West Norfolk constituency.
Answer
Emma HardyChalk streams are incredible source of national pride. As one of Britain’s most nature rich habitats, they support some of our rarest wildlife – from chalk salmon to trout, they are home to beloved and endangered species.
The Government recognises the importance of protecting these globally rare habitats.