Minerals Policy Guidance Notes 13 Guidelines for peat provision in England including the place of alternative materials
Publication Year
1995
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Provides advice to mineral planning authorities (MPAs) and the peat extractive industry on the exercise of planning control over the extraction of peat. It sets out the national picture on peat production, permitted reserves and consumption for horticultural purposes; and on the current amounts, sources and likely trends in usage of alternatives to peat.
Document History
Superseded by National planning policy framework (DCLG, 2012).
ISBN
9780117531284
Publisher Information
Department of the Environment
The Department of the Environment merged with the Department of Transport to form the Department of the Environment, Transport and the Regions. This organisation has since combined with others to form the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
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