Written question asked by Mike Hancock (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 18 March 2008, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 20 March 2008. It was answered by Lord Murphy of Torfaen (Labour) on Monday, 31 March 2008 on behalf of the Wales Office.

Brofiscin Quarry: Hazardous Substances

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales pursuant to his Answer of 17 March 2008, Official Report, column 819W, on Brofiscin Quarry: hazardous substances, what the timetable was of action taken by the Environment Agency since 2001 when they have been involved in site investigations at Brofiscin Quarry; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: I am informed by the Environment Agency Wales that under part 2A of the Environmental Protection Act 1990, Brofiscin Quarry was designated as a 'special site' by Rhondda Cynon Taf county borough council in March 2005. At that time the Environment Agency began its investigations of Brofiscin Quarry pursuant to the provisions of the Act. Those investigations are currently ongoing.The Environment Agency is currently concluding a remedial options appraisal in accordance with the relevant legislation and statutory guidance. The Environment Agency has liaised with local residents and other interested parties throughout its investigations.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 474 c458W; 196354
Session: 2007-08
Related items: Brofiscin Quarry: Hazardous Substances
Monday, 17 March 2008
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects: Hazardous substances Brofiscin Quarry
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