§ Mr. RedmondTo ask the Secretary of State for Health how many representations to date he has received from residents living in or near Doncaster metropolitan borough council concerning the proposed toxic waste site at Kirk Sandell by Leigh Environmental and the environmental implications for this populated area; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. FreemanOne representation has been received to date. Responsibility for the licensing of toxic waste disposal sites lies with the local authority, under powers granted by my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for the Environment. Sites must be registered with Her Majesty's inspectorate of pollution, which is responsible for subsequent monitoring and advice on discharges from the site. The Department of Health will advise the Department of the Environment on possible health effects of discharged chemicals if they are asked to do so.