asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether the level of litter on the eastbound layby on the A14 adjacent to the M6 is satisfactory; and what steps they will take with a view to the cost-effectiveness of the contractors responsible. [HL827]

Under the provisions of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 code of practice on litter and refuse, sweeping and clearing the majority of the trunk road network is the responsibility of the district and borough councils through which they pass.

Litter clearance of the layby on the A14 trunk road eastbound, adjacent to the M6, is the responsibility of Harborough District Council.