HC Deb 14 May 1962 vol 659 cc102-3W
Sir C. Osborne

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government and Minister for Welsh Affairs if he will investigate the complaint, details of which have been sent to him by the hon. Member for Louth, of the obnoxious odours from the effluent from the Humber bank factories near Grimsby; if he will take steps to reduce these odours; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Rippon

At the Courtaulds works, which I think my hon. Friend may have particularly in mind, the gas scrubbing plant has recently been modified in a way which should improve its performance. The Alkali Inspectorate will continue to watch the position. If my hon. Friend would send me details of any other works giving rise to complaint, I will gladly make inquiries.