§ Mr. Stephen Rossasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he is satisfied that the medical authorities are suitably equipped to deal with a possible escape of gas resulting from the manufacture of TCDD in the United Kingdom.
§ Mrs. Wiseasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what plans there are for dealing with accidents involving trichlorophenol which could release dioxin; and what information thereon has been given to area health authorities in the areas involved.
§ Dr. OwenOnly one plant in the United Kingdom is concerned. I understand that, on the basis of information transmitted locally, there are contingency plans for use in the event of an escape of gas. These will be reviewed in the light of the experience gained by the Italian authorities in handling the present emergency.