Conservation of wetlands: European strategy

In adopting the report by Mrs Angela KOKKOLA (PSE, Gr) on the wise use and conservation of wetlands, Parliament expressed its support for the establishment of 'Euro-wetlands' on the basis of strict environmental standards. Other measures recommended by Parliament include: an inventory of wetlands in Europe, making wetlands subject to a special status related to a policy of integrated management satisfying environmental requirements and a ban on the financing from Community funds of afforestation or drainage projects which cause their degradation. Also, in view of the problems relating to the distribution of water resources, the Commission is called on to draw up a water-saving programme. �