HC Deb 17 July 1957 vol 573 c1121
17. Mr. Russell

asked the Secretary of State for War what steps are taken to salvage food containers and other tins and cans and also waste paper from camps, stations, and depots under his Department.

Mr. J. Amery

Tins and other such salvage are collected and disposed of by local contract or through the Ministry of Supply. The proceeds are credited to Army Votes. Waste paper is disposed of under arrangements made by the Stationery Office, which retains the proceeds.

Mr. Russell

Will my hon. Friend give an assurance that no valuable metal is buried? I know that many local authorities do that, but can he give an assurance that the Army does not?

Mr. Amery

I believe that to be the case.