Written question asked by Baroness Hanham (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Rooker (Labour) on Monday, 10 December 2007.

Waste Management: London

Question: Further to the comments by Lord Rooker on 26 June (Official Report cols. 507-9) on the London Waste and Recycling Fund, whether they are still in support of its implementation; and

Answer: The Government intend to set up the London Waste and Recycling Board as soon as possible to ensure that the fund can be disbursed in 2008-09 in a strategic way and for the objectives, set out in the Greater London Authority Act 2007, to be met. The details of the constitution and administration of the board are currently being considered and discussed, including with London councils. It is disappointing that the Mayor has announced his intention not to sit on the board or contribute to the fund. However, the Government will continue to seek ways of working together to ensure that the efforts of the board and the Mayor to improve waste infrastructure in London are mutually reinforcing.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 309; 697 c21-2WA
Session: 2007-08
Related items: Greater London Authority Bill
Tuesday, 26 June 2007
Proceeding contributions
House of Lords
Subjects: London Waste and Recycling Fund
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk