Over the years a number of measures have been introduced which in my view will pay significant dividends in the long run. In many cases these benefits are already plain to see, from plastic bags to the control of hazardous waste and from by-laws regarding shopping trolleys to the emphasis on the polluter pays principle. These measures have greatly benefited our environment. The key to sustainable waste management is the introduction of strong forward-looking legislation, which has been introduced since 1990. In 1992 the Environmental Protection Agency was established with particular responsibility for pollution control. It has also evolved into other areas, including the creation of a national database on waste management and the use of best available techniques in all areas of waste disposal. In 1994 the national recycling strategy underpinned the principle of producer responsibility. The previous speaker referred to the Protection of the Environment Bill 2003 which has been discussed in great detail in this House. This Bill deals with pollution prevention, minimisation and recycling and underpins the principle of the polluter pays. It is also very practical and deals with issues such as the rubbish created by concerts and public events and the disposal of car windscreens, which are lethal waste.