§ Mr. Cryerasked the Secretary of State for the Environment (1) if he will now introduce legislation to ban the use of aerosols involving fluorocarbons as propellants;
(2) if he will study the report of the American Government committee recommending that certain aerosol sprays should be banned; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Denis HowellAs my hon. Friend is aware, we are already conducting an appraisal of the possible effects of aerosols, which will take into account findings of all relevant bodies both in this country and overseas. The need for further action will be considered in the light of the results of the appraisal.