§ Mr. Alfred MorrisTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what representations he has had from Manchester city council about protecting the Manchester ship canal from the possible impact of proposals related to a proposed landfill tax; what reply he is sending; and if he will make a statement. [30996]
§ Mr. NorrisThe leader of Manchester city council, Councillor Graham Stringer, wrote to my right hon. Friend about the effect of the proposed landfill tax on dredging operations on 15 June. My noble Friend the Minister for Aviation and Shipping replied on 3 July. Copies of the correspondence have been placed in the Library.