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12 January 2021
Lead MP
Alex Sobel
Leeds Central and Headingley
Lab Co-op
Responding Minister
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At a Glance
Alex Sobel raised concerns about unknown in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.
Key Requests to Government:
Sobel asks the Minister to address the extra cost pressures on waste and recycling services due to the pandemic. He also requests funding for anaerobic digestion and a reduction in food waste, advocating that surplus food should be donated to charities or food banks before being incinerated. Sobel expresses concern over the planned building of new incinerators predominantly in poorer areas.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
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Sobel is concerned about the UK's low recycling rate, which was around 45% in 2017 compared to 54% in Wales. He highlights that Leeds lacks kerb-side glass and Tetra Pac recycling due to a lack of funding from central government. The city council faces £60 million of austerity cuts and additional pressures related to the pandemic, which is leading to proposed closures of recycling centres such as Ellar Ghyll in Otley.
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