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Written question asked by Kerry McCarthy (Labour) on Thursday, 12 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 24 February 2026 (named day). It was answered by Mary Creagh (Labour) on Tuesday, 24 February 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Waste: Landfill

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, when she expects further policy measures to be introduced to prevent biodegradable waste from entering landfill.

Answer

Reducing the amount of biodegradable waste being sent to landfill has a key part to play in tackling climate change. In February 2025, Defra published a summary of responses to the call for evidence on the near elimination of biodegradable municipal waste to landfill from 2028. We are developing options.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
113062
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Biodegradability Landfill Waste
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk