Israel

House of Lords written question – answered am ar 10 Ionawr 2012.

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Photo of Lord Hylton Lord Hylton Crossbench

To ask Her Majesty's Government whether they will discuss with the Government of Israel the fire at an Israeli plastics factory in the West Bank near Tulkarm, and the location of potentially dangerous factories in the West Bank, together with the means of disposal for toxic effluents.

Photo of Lord Howell of Guildford Lord Howell of Guildford Minister of State (Foreign and Commonwealth Office) (International Energy Policy)

Officials at our embassy Tel Aviv and our Consulate-General in Jerusalem are aware of the fire that broke out at an industrial factory on 9 December near the West Bank village of Tulkarm, and of reports that this was caused when explosives were thrown in the area. They are also aware of concerns raised over the environmental impact of the factories. We understand that the Israeli authorities are investigating the fire. Our officials have not discussed the issue with the Israeli authorities at this stage, but will continue to monitor the situation closely.

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