HC Deb 24 January 1968 vol 757 c118W
Mr. Gregor Mackenzie

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will set up an inquiry into the present methods of refuse disposal in the south-west of Scotland; and if he will invite local authorities in the area to co-operate in joint disposal projects.

Mr. Ross

I do not see the need for such an inquiry, but if my hon. Friend has any particular problem in mind I shall be glad to examine it.

Mr. Edward M. Taylor

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he is satisfied that a weekly collection of refuse is adequate in areas which have been subject to smoke control orders; and if he will consider the appointment of a committee of suitably qualified persons to investigate the future of refuse collection services in Scotland.

Mr. Ross

The report of a working party on refuse collection recommended in 1967 that refuse should be collected at least once a week, and more frequently in some areas. I sent each local authority in Scotland a circular commending the report to their consideration. The frequency of service in any particular area is a matter for the local authority concerned to decide in the light of the report.