Nicholas Ridley on Green Belt policy

Title
Nicholas Ridley on Green Belt policy
Genre
News report; Interview
TX Date
11 May 1988
Year of production
1988
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Duration
00:01:56
Description
Environment Secretary Nicholas Ridley has flatly denied speculation that he is considering a wholesale dismantling of the Green Belt. Ridley says that, while many new homes will have to be built in the next few years, the policy on the Green Belt remains unchanged. Conservative MP for Orpington, Ivor Stanbrook expresses relief at Ridley’s comments but says he will continue to push for the Green Belt. Male reporter not identified.
Contributors
Nicholas Ridley; Ivor Stanbrook
Keywords
Housing; Town and country planning; Environment; Green belts

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