Chris Andrews
Question:860 Deputy Chris Andrews asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government his plans to place a levy on chewing gum; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48620/09]
View answerTuesday, 19 January 2010
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My Department entered into a negotiated agreement designed to tackle chewing gum litter with the chewing gum industry in 2006. The 3-year programme involved a comprehensive radio, outdoor and in-store advertising campaign, a wide-reaching schools education module and the promotion of greater awareness of litter law enforcement in local authority areas across the country. The agreement has now expired.
My Department is currently engaged in discussions with the chewing gum industry to establish whether a new programme can be agreed. No decision has been taken regarding the possible introduction of a levy on chewing gum, pending the outcome of these discussions.
Question No. 861 answered with Question No. 844.