Clean Water Bill: Chalk Streams Debate
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Lord Gardiner of Kimble
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Clean Water Bill: Chalk Streams
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Baroness Hayman of Ullock (Lab)
Very strict conditions have to be met before the Government are allowed to do that. However, we have said that we will keep all options on the table if it comes to that.
Lord Gardiner of Kimble (Con)
In terms of our desire for clean water, can I ask that the Government work very closely with the champions of clean water—the fishing community, who are often the eyes and ears on early signs of pollution? It is important because, although we have the desire to do this, we need volunteers and others to ensure that this comes into effect. I very much hope that Defra and the noble Baroness will work extremely effectively with the fishing community.