"Regarding the article 'it's raining again….', in the Government & Public Sector Journal:

I agree with you 100% and I am doing all I can. We must keep up the pressure and you can count on my continued support."

"I agree that a good deal of the blame for recent flooding lies upon those who have allowed poorly sited and poorly executed development to reduce the capacity of the land (and rivers) to absorb heavy rainfall.

As to climate change I'm not to certain. There have been many very large climate changes in the past and I do not know that when the world was warmer it was worse.

As to my wood - although it is lost to me it is, I think in good hands and will be there for others (especially the non-humans) to enjoy."

"I read the journal with interest. I enclose a copy of a briefing on the environment for your interest from the CPRE. I would say that this reflects my general views, i.e. that government policy is right, but more needs to be done to implement it."

"You make some very interesting points, which we'll certainly bear in mind during future policy discussions."

"I enjoyed the article. Well, Lord Tebbit will never agree to anything that challenges raw capitalism."

"Your comments in the Government & Public Sector Journal on the spread of foot and mouth and the environment have been carefully noted."

I am writing on behalf of the Prime Minister to thank you for your letter of May 23rd, and the enclosed copy of the Government & Public Sector Journal.

The Prime Minister appreciates your interest in sending the Journal to him, and was glad to have your good wishes for the general election campaign.
June 2001