Written question asked by Joan Ruddock (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 16 April 1996. It was answered by James Clappison (Conservative) on Tuesday, 16 April 1996 on behalf of the Department of the Environment.

Dept of the Environment

Question: If he will list the measures which the Environment Agency is evaluating to deal with pollution from abandoned mines.

Answer: Ms Ruddock: To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will list the measures which the Environment Agency is evaluating to deal with pollution from abandoned mines.[24801] Mr. Clappison: The agency monitors surface waters and principal discharges from abandoned mines and undertakes environmental assessments. It is currently funding research, and monitoring the research of others, into a range of treatment methods. The measures in the Environment Act 1995 relating to abandoned mines will enhance the agency's ability to ensure that this aspect of water pollution is addressed.

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