§ Mr. Proctorasked the Secretary of State for Industry what view he takes of the European Economic Community draft directive on containers for beer, soft drinks and mineral waters, which proposes a ban in the European Economic Community on ring-pull cans and pilfer-proof caps, such as those that have a metal ring on the bottle; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David MitchellThe Government are still awaiting the Waste Management Advisory Council report on beverage containers. Until that report, which will contain detailed consideration of United Kingdom beverage container systems, is received, the Government must reserve their judgment on the draft directive referred to by my hon. Friend.