HC Deb 03 April 2002 vol 382 c1035W
Mr. Lidington

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what estimate he has made of(a) the increase in recycling of construction and demolition waste and (b) the reduction in demand for virgin aggregates as a direct result of the aggregates levy. [45737]

Mr. Boateng

Research suggests that there is significant scope for increased use of recycled construction and demolition waste. The levy is designed to encourage use of this material as an alternative to virgin aggregate, thereby reducing demand for the latter.

Mr. Lidington

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what assessment he has made of the long term impact of the aggregates levy in Northern Ireland once the levy has been fully phased in. [45738]

Mr. Boateng

Phasing in the levy for aggregate used in processed products will allow the industry in Northern Ireland time to adjust, and to use greater amounts of recycled and alternative materials in their products.

Sir Robert Smith

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what criteria he will adopt for setting the rate for the aggregates levy in future years. [46406]

Mr. Boateng

As with all taxes, the aggregates levy will be reviewed at each Budget.