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What a horribly disjointed debate we have had. Let us hope the groupings are a bit better in the future. I am grateful to the Minister for what he has said. It seems a little odd that there should be confusion regarding nationally significant infrastructure projects. I question whether Part 3 ought to be entitled ““Nationally significant infrastructure projects””—perhaps it should refer to infrastructure projects for England. I am grateful to the Minister for explaining the procedure. The changes to the devolution arrangements will doubtless come in a few years’ time. I have no intention of upsetting them under this Bill—they will arise for different reasons. I hope that the Government will work very closely with the Scottish Government when it comes to cross-border issues. It was quite clear when we looked at the draft marine Bill that there were considerable problems between the Scottish and Westminster Governments on maritime issues. I hope that the Minister will bear that in mind and I beg leave to withdraw the amendment. Amendment, by leave, withdrawn. [Amendment No. 145 not moved.] Clause 24 agreed to. Clause 25 [Rail freight interchanges]: [Amendments Nos. 146 to 151 not moved.] Clause 25 agreed to. Clauses 26 and 27 agreed to. Clause 28 [Waste water treatment plants]:

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Reference

704 c719 

Session

2007-08

Chamber / Committee

House of Lords chamber

Legislation

Planning Bill 2007-08
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