§ Mr. Oakesasked the Secretary of State for the Environment how many industrial firms are registered with his Department under the Alkali, &c. Works Regulation Act, 1906; and whether and where this list is available for public inspection.
§ Mr. Eldon Griffiths:The Act requires the registration of works rather than firms. The present number registered is 1,832 and the register may be inspected upon request at the Department of the Environment.
§ Mr. Oakesasked the Secretary of State for the Environment how many firms or individuals have been prosecuted for the creation of a nuisance by the emission of noxious gases from their premises or the disposal of alkali waste contrary to the Alkali, &c. Works Regulation Act, 1906, during each of the last five years; and what has been the average fine imposed.
§ Mr. Eldon Griffiths:Following is the information:
The average fine was £58 9s. 2d., with average costs of £15 Is. 2d.
1966 None 1967 One 1968 One 1969 Two 1970 Two