HC Deb 12 December 1979 vol 975 c680W
23. Mr. David Atkinson

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what discussions he has had with local authorities on the recycling of domestic and commercial waste.

Mr. Fox

The Government's policy is to encourage the reclamation and recycling of materials from domestic and commercial waste where it is feasible and economic to do so. In furtherance of this policy this Department is often in contact with local authorities.