Written question asked by Jim Cunningham (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 28 March 1996. It was answered by James Clappison (Conservative) on Thursday, 28 March 1996 on behalf of the Department of the Environment.

Dept of the Environment

Question: What action he has taken following the recent fire at the Whitley refuse incinerator in Coventry.

Answer: Mr. Cunningham: To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what action he has taken following the recent fire at the Whitley refuse incinerator in Coventry; and if he will make a statement.[22280] Mr. Clappison: Coventry city local authority is investigating the allegations of adverse health effect following the fire at the Whitley incinerator together with the director of pubic health for the area. Her Majesty's inspectorate of pollution will provide any information to assist in determining the likely effects and will consider these findings in relation to any further action.

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