HC Deb 01 November 1989 vol 159 c199W
Mr. Corbyn

To ask the Lord President of the Council what is the policy of the Refreshment Department on the use of chlorofluorocarbons containing packaging material, non-bio-degradable wrapping and recycled paper.

Sir Geoffrey Howe

The Refreshment Department's policy with regard to the use of environmentally friendly products and recycled paper is in line with that of the House. The Department is not responsible for the manufacture of the wrapping and packaging materials it receives but does have plans to use biodegradable carrier bags when current stocks are exhausted.