asked the Minister for Fisheries and Forestry if he is conducting any examinations to identify sites for nature reserves; and if he has any proposals to create further reserves in 1984.
393.
Written Answers. - Nature Reserves.
392.
asked the Minister for Fisheries and Forestry if he is aware of the growing concern at the failure to protect peatland and other important international natural habitats; and the action he will take in the matter.
394.
asked the Minister for Fisheries and Forestry if he will make a statement on the research projects at present under way in his Department in relation to wildlife species and habitats; if he will give details of the projects; and when they will be completed.
I propose to take Questions Nos. 392 to 394, inclusive, together.
The matters referred to were dealt with in my comprehensive statement to the House on forestry and wildlife matters on 22 February last. In particular, my remarks at Vol. 348, No. 3, column 414 of the Official Report refer.
I would add that, while the relevant wildlife research projects are of an on-going nature, the study in relation to the Greenland White-fronted Goose is a long-term one due for completion by 1991.