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Mr. Alton
asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if it is his intention to make a statement on broadleaf woodlands policy before the management guidelines are agreed by all the parties concerned.
Mr. John MacKay
My right hon. Friend hopes to make a statement on broadleaves policy to the House before the summer recess. Discussions on the details of the management guidelines for broadleaved woodlands may not be completed by the time that statement is made.