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HANSARD Environmental ProtectionMy hon. Friend raised this issue with me prior to the debate. I have checked with my officials, and I am happy to confirm that the person who places the product—regardless of…21 Jan 2025HANSARD Environmental ProtectionLocal authorities have been given new burdens funding to prepare for the simpler recycling reforms, but I will take my hon. Friend’s question back and endeavour to get an answer…21 Jan 2025HANSARD Environmental ProtectionThere has been talk of that, and I met with the glass industry recently, but so far we have seen no evidence of manufacturers switching. Manufacturers must be part of the deposit…21 Jan 2025HANSARD Environmental ProtectionMy hon. Friend makes a good point. We have been engaging extensively with the Association of Convenience Stores because it is imperative that they do not miss out or else we will…21 Jan 2025HANSARD Environmental ProtectionI am very happy to say that we discussed the fact that when this scheme comes in, there will be a scheme in Northern Ireland, and one in the south. However, the currencies are…21 Jan 2025HANSARDElectronic WasteI thank my hon. Friend for that question. My own city council in Coventry has introduced small electrical item take-back points in its libraries, which is an example of an…19 Dec 2024HANSARDElectronic WasteAs my hon. Friend knows, each week 8 million vapes—such as single-use, pod and big puff—are thrown away or recycled incorrectly, which is 13 vapes a second. That is why we have…19 Dec 2024HANSARDHunting Trophy Import BanWe have indeed committed to a ban on trail hunting, which will provide significant protections to wild animals, including foxes and hares. Work to determine the best approach for…19 Dec 2024HANSARDHunting Trophy Import BanWith the greatest of respect, the hon. Lady’s party was in government for five years, and the Conservative party was in government for 14 years. It is always good after five…19 Dec 2024HANSARDHunting Trophy Import BanMay I wish you, Mr Speaker, all the staff of the House, and all those in our public services who will be working over the weekend a very merry Christmas and a safe and successful…19 Dec 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsIncineration permit breaches are a matter for the regulator, the Environment Agency, but we are reviewing energy-from-waste capacity across the country and will be making a…19 Dec 2024HANSARDElectronic WasteOur policy is certainly intended to tackle fly-tipping and stop persistent organic pollutants entering the environment, but I will have to consult the Minister for water, my hon.…19 Dec 2024HANSARDDraft Ivory Act 2018 (Meaning of “Ivory” and Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2024I beg to move, That the Committee has considered the draft Ivory Act 2018 (Meaning of “Ivory” and Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2024. Let me begin, Mrs Harris, by saying…11 Dec 2024HANSARDDraft Ivory Act 2018 (Meaning of “Ivory” and Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2024That is a fascinating question. What if we go to see the birds exhibition at the Natural History Museum, see a case full of hummingbirds and wonder how many of them are still…11 Dec 2024HANSARDDraft Ivory Act 2018 (Meaning of “Ivory” and Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2024I thank the hon. Gentleman for that point. We have committed to ensuring that future trade agreements promote the highest animal welfare standards. That was not always the case…11 Dec 2024HANSARDDraft Ivory Act 2018 (Meaning of “Ivory” and Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2024I said all I have to say on the warthogs earlier.11 Dec 2024HANSARDDraft Ivory Act 2018 (Meaning of “Ivory” and Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2024Walrus was included in the original consultation but was later removed following further analysis of the Windsor framework implications, so it is to do with the application of EU…11 Dec 2024HANSARDDraft Ivory Act 2018 (Meaning of “Ivory” and Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2024Let me talk about global leadership. We are determined to protect these species, whose conservation status may be threatened by the trade in their ivory. That is why we are…11 Dec 2024HANSARDDraft Ivory Act 2018 (Meaning of “Ivory” and Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2024I undertake to keep that watching brief. On musical instruments, I am happy to write to the hon. Gentleman, but this measure is about the trade in ivory and what is going on.11 Dec 2024HANSARDDraft Ivory Act 2018 (Meaning of “Ivory” and Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2024I give the hon. Lady the undertaking that we will watch our warthogs. I am happy to continue the dialogue, and I thank her for making that point. As described earlier, extending…11 Dec 2024