Natural Environment and Rural Communities Bill

I only wish that I had moved the amendment—I would have obtained the concession from the Government. In the reflections that the Minister will undertake, I am sure that he and his officials are thinking about whether ““acquire”” always means compulsory purchase, or whether it applies to leasehold land or other forms of occupation. In relation to Amendment No. 176, will the Crichel Down rules still apply? There is no need for the Minister to answer now.