§ 9. Mr. Pavittasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many complaints have been received in the past two years by the Commissioner of Police for the Metropolis from residents in the area of Furness Road, N.W.10, of nuisance caused by a waste recovery factory; if he will specify what action has been taken; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RentonI am informed by the Commissioner of Police that six letters have been received from local residents and several from the Furness Road Residents Association as well as two letters from the hon. Member himself. Representations were also received from the Willesden Borough Council. In addition, an unrecorded number of oral complaints have been dealt with on the spot. As my right hon. Friend informed the hon. Member in reply to a Question on 28th March, the police have continued to give attention to the matter and have taken appropriate action when offences have been observed.
§ Mr. PavittWhilst I thank the hon. and learned Gentleman for his reply, and appreciate the efforts being made by the police, the number of complaints indicate that there is widespread anxiety in the area about the nuisance that is being caused. Will the Under-Secretary press the police to continue their efforts until a solution can be reached?
§ Mr. RentonYes. In fact, there have been a number of convictions. There have been seven convictions in nine cases and one case is still pending. The factory owners have agreed provisional terms with the county valuer for a new site in Hounslow and the purchase by the 1365 Willesden Borough Council of their existing premises in Furness Road is being negotiated by the district valuer.