Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Robin Squire (Conservative), on Wednesday, 7 November 1990, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 230 members in total.

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PHOSPHATE POLLUTION FROM DETERGENTS

That this House expresses its concern that, in addition to Rutland Water, some 501 rivers, lakes and waterways in England and Wales alone, with more in Scotland and Northern Ireland, have suffered algal blooms at levels which may be toxic, as a result of eutrophication caused by phosphates, some 30 per cent of which is attributable to phosphates in detergents; voices its further concern about the environmental problems of certain commonly-used household detergent compositions, particularly from the use of phosphates and phosphate substitutes, the inadequate biodegradability of other chemicals in detergents and the failure of most manufacturers to provide consumers with full information on the contents and environmental impact of household cleaners; notes that the Government's Environment White Paper did not accept the arguments of the Control of Detergents Pollution Bill, introduced in the last session, to control the use of phosphates, increase the level of biodegradability and introduce comprehensive labelling; further notes that numerous EC countries have imposed restrictions on phosphates in detergents; and urges all honourable Members to encourage the Government to act for consumer and environmental protection.

Amendments

The Early day motion has received an amendment.

PHOSPHATE POLLUTION FROM DETERGENTS (36A1)

The Early day motion has received an amendment sponsored by Dave Nellist (primary, Labour) and tabled on Thursday, 8 November 1990. It has been signed by 30 members in total.

after 'act', insert 'urgently'.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

36 

36A1 

Session

1990-91

Subjects

Detergents EU countries Inland waterways Labelling Pollution Water Algae Phosphates Rivers

Link

View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk