HC Deb 17 March 1967 vol 743 cc163-4W
Mr. Powell

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer in what circumstances official classified waste is pulped; what steps are taken to safeguard it until the process is complete; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. MacDermot

Where Departments find it impracticable to destroy their classified waste themselves they can use the special arrangements which are made by the Stationery Office. Under these arrangements, waste classified confidential and above is collected in sealed bags and conveyed in locked vans which are driven and accompanied by Stationery Office staff, and it is never out of their hands until it is actually pulped or burned. Waste which is classified as restricted is collected in sealed bags and conveyed by the Ministry of Public Building and Works vans to contractors for shredding under the direct supervision of Stationery Office staff.