Written question asked by Michael Meacher (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 15 November 1996. It was answered by Lord Soames of Fletching (Conservative) on Friday, 15 November 1996 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To which sites the contaminated wastes removed from RAF Carlisle have been taken; in what way the wastes were packed and transported; what environmental assessment has been conducted of the disposal sites in regard to their long term security; what has been the cost to date of the decontamination programme at RAF Carlisle; when he expects it to be completed; and at what final cost. - Will write.

Answer: Mr. Meacher: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence to which sites the contaminated wastes removed from RAF Carlisle have been taken; in what way the wastes were packed and transported; what environmental assessment has been conducted of the disposal sites in regard to their long-term security; what has been the cost to date of the decontamination programme at RAF Carlisle; when he expects it to be completed; and at what final cost. [3920] Mr. Soames: I will write to the hon. Member and a copy will be placed in the Library of the House.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 3920; 285 c372W
Session: 1996-97
Subjects: Pollution control Radioactive materials Transport Waste disposal RAF Carlisle