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Mark Eastwood
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Mark Spencer
The hon. Gentleman has done that with his question. I do not diminish the effect that the rain is having on the seed potato crop; once seed potato is under water for more than a week it will probably be destroyed. Scottish seed potatoes are some of the finest seed produced anywhere in the world and I encourage him to seek contact with the Scottish Government to get them to help.
Mark Eastwood (Dewsbury) (Con)
Kirklees Council is looking to invest in its food waste recycling strategy, in line with the Environment Act 2021, but it is still waiting for full clarification and details that support that legislation. Will the Minister advise as to when that will be sent to councils?
Rebecca Pow
That clarification will be coming very soon and within it the new simpler recycling approach will include mandatory collection of food waste.