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Written question asked by Iris Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party) on Tuesday, 25 October 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 27 October 2005. It was answered by Baroness Smith of Basildon (Labour) on Tuesday, 1 November 2005 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.


Hazardous Waste

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what the estimated cost of dealing with illegal dumping of hazardous waste in the Province has been over the last three year period for which figures are available; and if he will make a statement.
Answer

The Environment and Heritage Service does not hold details of the cost of dealing with illegally dumped hazardous waste. District councils have a statutory responsibility for dealing with fly-tipped hazardous waste, and bearing the costs of its disposal.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
22645; 438 c1018-9W;438 c1016-7W
Session
2005-06
Subjects
Hazardous substances Northern Ireland