HC Deb 07 November 1973 vol 863 c181W
Mr. Golding

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will establish an inquiry into the use of non-returnable bottles.

Mr. Anthony Grant

The use and disposal of glass containers has been considered by a working party, with which DTI and other interested Government Departments have been associated, set up by the Glass Manufacturers Federation. The working party's report is expected to be published shortly.

Mr. Golding

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry whether he will seek powers to control the supply and production of milk bottles.

Mr. Anthony Grant:

No. My Department is in discussion with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food and the Glass Manufacturers Federation about the supply of milk bottles.