Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael)

Why did the Minister let the producers off paying anything towards this charge? The Minister said there would be no increase in costs to consumers. Given that the Minister is receiving money in VAT from the charges, will he instruct local authorities to designate a special day or period for collection of all electrical and electronic waste throughout the country so that the public can once and for all clear all the waste in their attics? Will the Minister abolish completely the charge of €1, €1.50, €2 or €3 for small items in order to bring greater credibility to what is happening?

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