"Thousands of people enjoy the peace and quiet of Britain's canals every year. However, the calm waters could soon become a political battleground.
Environment ministers are apparently determined to resist plans by the Treasury to sell off the land and properties that line the waterways. The sale could raise £500m." Doesn't it inspire confidence to think that DEFRA are on our side? Dave Wedd. 2009/11/15 Steve Heaven <[email protected]> > > On Sun, 2009-11-15 at 08:10 +0000, Nigel Stanley wrote: > > > BBC reports big row, with more on BBC1 Politics Show at noon today. > > > > > Report here: > > http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/8361059.stm (3 minute video report, as shown on BBC News channel)
