§ Mr. Dodds-Parkerasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what is his proposed order of priorities with regard to the designation of buildings under Section 1 of the Fire Precautions Act, 1971; and by what date he intends that the new machinery with regard to certificates and regulations should come into force as regards hotels, places of entertainment and schools and hospitals, respectively.
§ Mr. SharplesThe order of priorities for the implementation of the Fire Precautions Act, 1971, is a matter on which my right hon. Friend is seeking the advice of the Central Fire Brigades Advisory Council. He cannot yet say when the Act will apply to the premises mentioned.
§ Mr. Dodds-Parkerasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he intends to issue any explanatory memorandum with regard to the Fire Precautions Act for the use of the proprietors of buildings which may be designated by him under Section 1 thereof.
§ Mr. SharplesYes.