§ Mr. SteenTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what representations he has had from small building firms as to the impact of the landfill tax on the future business prospects. [23936]
§ Mr. ClappisonRepresentations have been received from the construction industry, including the House Builders Federation, the Building Employers Confederation and others. The Government have had discussions with those interested bodies, and continue to consider representations made as arrangements for the landfill tax are being implemented.