HC Deb 26 July 1990 vol 177 cc374-5W
Dr. Thomas

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment whether his Department has reviewed its policy on radioactive waste management and storage following the publication of the European Commission's proposals for radioactive waste management and storage.

Mr. Trippier

The 19th report of the House of Lords Select Committee on the European Communities broadly endorsed the Government's policy on radioactive waste management and storage. No further review was therefore required.

Mr. Simon Hughes

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what controls govern the disposal of radioactive waste to the dustbin by local authority collection; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Trippier

The disposal of radioactive waste with domestic refuse system is controlled by the Radioactive Substances Act 1960 (RSA 60). Unless exempted by way of an order issued under RSA 60 any such disposal requires authorisation.