Written question asked by Lord Redesdale (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Rooker (Labour) on Wednesday, 5 July 2006.

Volatile Organic Compounds

Question: What interpretation was given to the term ““placing on the market”” for the purpose of the regulatory impact assessment undertaken on the Volatile Organic Compounds in Paints, Varnishes and Vehicle Refinishing Products Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/2773); and what level of importance was attached to this wording.

Answer: Economic assessments of the potential impact of Directive 2004/42/EC and ofSI 2005/2773 have always assumed an interpretation of ““placing on the market”” that required obligations to be met at each stage throughout the supply chain, and the regulatory impact assessment was prepared on the basis of that interpretation. The interpretation of the term was recognised as being of high importance, throughout all stages of negotiation, adoption and implementation of the directive.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 684 c59-60WA; 6617
Session: 2005-06
Subjects: Air pollution EU law Pollution control Paint Solvents Volatile organic compounds Impact assessments
Legislation: Volatile Organic Compounds in Paints Varnishes and Vehicle Refinishing Products Regulations 2005
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