Agenda item

Spitalfields – Rainwater Harvesting Project

In response to a question by a Member, the Director of Markets and Consumer Protection confirmed that this project was underway.

Roof Solar Panels at New Spitalfields Market

It was noted that roof solar panels would be considered and that this item would be added to the outstanding references report.

Possible subsidence at Spitalfields Market

It was noted that a further discussion would take place with the particular Member to clarify the issue raised.

West Poultry Avenue

It was noted that the City Surveyor would keep Members updated on the issues relating to West Poultry Avenue. It was noted, in response to a supplementary question, that the Highways Department would be requested to smarten up the concrete blocks, which were placed in the roadway as a road closure measure.

Smithfield Cycle Event

It was noted that this event would take place on 9 June 2012 and all Members would accordingly be invited to attend.

Forklift Trucks

The Superintendent, Smithfield Market, responded to a question on Forklifts being used on the public highway and the Superintendent explained that, whilst the Market had a certain responsibility where forklifts were being used in the common parts, it was for other authorities such as the City Police to deal with issues relating to the public highway.

Quantity of Meat at Smithfield Market

It was noted that a large quantity of meat had appeared in the Constabulary office at Smithfield Market on the 29/30 March 2012 and that an audit enquiry was in progress.