HC Deb 26 October 1965 vol 718 cc5-6W
7. Mr. Shore

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government whether he has examined the evidence sent to him by the hon. Member for Stepney relating to the need for the collection of waste paper by local authorities; what conclusions he has come to in this regard; and what action he proposes to take.

Mr. MacColl

My right hon. Friend has read the Press cutting and letter which my hon. Friend forwarded. As the Press cutting says, a working party is considering how to increase waste paper supplies. Their report should be ready within a few weeks, and my right hon. Friend and his right hon. Friend the President of the Board of Trade will then consider what action is appropriate.