Wastewater Network Blockages

EDM number 602 in 2014-15, proposed by Chris Ruane on 04/12/2014.
Categorised under the topics of Flooding, Waste management and Water.

That this House congratulates Welsh Water on its Let's Stop the Block Campaign which aims to reduce the number of everyday items being put down toilets which can cause environmental damage and increase the risk of sewage flooding in homes; notes that it costs Welsh Water £7 million and 28,000 staff hours a year to clear blockages in its wastewater network; further notes that costs for other water utility companies could be significantly higher; commends water companies running similar campaigns in their operating areas to help protect both the environment and customers; and calls on the Government to urge manufacturers properly to label goods such as wet wipes, nappies and cotton buds that are causing the blockages.

This motion has been signed by a total of 9 MPs.