§ The Earl of Mar and Kellieasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether the transport of fridges to one CFC treatment plant will be sustainable in terms of increased lorry miles. [HL2183]
§ Lord WhittyIt is anticipated that there will be a network of treatment facilities throughout the UK rather than just one plant. Thus, vehicle mileage should not be significantly greater than under current arrangements.
§ The Earl of Mar and Kellieasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether they will promote the transport of fridges to the CFC treatment plant by rail. [HL2184]
§ Lord WhittyThe Government are committed to increasing the amount of all freight moved by rail where that offers economic and environmental benefits.
§ The Earl of Mar and Kellieasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether the new fridge CFC treatment plant will be connected to the rail network in Great Britain. [HL2185]
§ Lord WhittyWhile it is unlikely that fridges going to treatment plant will travel by rail, it is possible that the scrap steel from recycled fridges may be transported by rail for onward use. However, not all treatment plant will be linked to the rail network.