HC Deb 14 June 1972 vol 838 c319W
87. Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment to what extent Great Britain will be affected by Part 13 Transport of Regulation No. 72/135/EEC of 7th March, 1972.

Mr. Peyton

Very little.

Mr. Oakes

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what consultations he has had with the trade unions, the Confederation of British Industry, local authority organisations and other interested parties on the draft European Economic Community Council resolution on pollution (Com. (72) 333), dated 22nd March, 1972.

Mr. Peter Walker

I am aware of the views on environmental policy of the bodies to which the hon. Member refers. I see no need at the moment to seek consultations specifically on the proposals in Com. (72) 333.

Mr. Oakes

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment how the European Economic Community programme to reduce pollution and nuisances (Com. (72) 333) can be obtained by the public in an English translation; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Peter Walker

This document produced by the Commission of the European Communities is still at the draft stage and intended for further discussion between Governments and other interested parties before publication is considered.