17 Ms Lynch asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if his attention has been drawn to the fact that compact fluorescent bulbs, which use 80% less electricity than conventional light bulbs, are subject to a 50 cent EMF charge under the WEEE Directive while conventional, less energy-efficient bulbs are not subject to such a charge; if he has satisfied himself that with a situation whereby consumers are charged extra for choosing an environmentally friendly product; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16452/06]

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17 Ms Lynch asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if his attention has been drawn to the fact that compact fluorescent bulbs, which use 80% less electricity than conventional light bulbs, are subject to a 50 cent EMF charge under the WEEE Directive while conventional, less energy-efficient bulbs are not subject to such a charge; if he has satisfied himself that with a situation whereby consumers are charged extra for choosing an environmentally friendly product; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16452/06]

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