A reorganisation too far
Series: Environmental Audit Committee Press Release ; 29 January 2002, (2)Publication details: 2002Subject(s): Summary: A report by the Environmental Audit Committee attacks government for creating a department (DEFRA) that is principally concerned with rural policy at the expense of environmental protection and sustainable development. The report points to the large transitional costs, confusion of responsibilities and missed opportunities following departmental reorganisation after the general election. "Departmental responsibilities for sustainable development" available at: http://www.parliament.the-stationery-office.co.uk/pa/cm200102/cmselect/cmenvaud/326/32602.htm| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| News article | London News article | WB3806-16 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 116708-1001 |
A report by the Environmental Audit Committee attacks government for creating a department (DEFRA) that is principally concerned with rural policy at the expense of environmental protection and sustainable development. The report points to the large transitional costs, confusion of responsibilities and missed opportunities following departmental reorganisation after the general election. "Departmental responsibilities for sustainable development" available at: http://www.parliament.the-stationery-office.co.uk/pa/cm200102/cmselect/cmenvaud/326/32602.htm