HC Deb 15 May 2003 vol 405 c347W
19. Bob Russell

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs if she will visit Colchester to inspect sites put forward by Essex county council for waste incinerators. [113318]

Mr. Meacher

My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State has no immediate plans to visit the sites put forward by Essex county council for waste incinerators. However, if the hon. Member wishes to send me an invitation, it will of course be considered.

15. Bob Spink

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what discussions she has had with the Environment Agency on smells affecting communities. [113314]

Alun Michael

I meet frequently with the Environment Agency to discuss areas of concern about the operation of landfill sites and other waste facilities, including any odours that may be affecting local communities.