§ Mr. HanleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Services to what extent his Department uses recycled paper or provides paper for recycling.
§ Mr. PortilloI regret that the information is not available. Paper products are procured through Her Majesty's Stationery Office which obtains the most suitable materials at the best possible price. If it is appropriate to purchase items with a recycled paper content Her Majesty's Stationery Office will do so on the Department's behalf. Some paper waste is disposed of to contractors who make material available for recycling, but figures are not available.