§ Mr. Maddenasked the Secretary of State for Employment how many prohibition notices served under the Health and Safety At Work Act 1974 have been issued against British Rail in respect of railway installations where stripping of asbestos from locomotives or other equipment occurs; what action has been taken by factory inspectors to supervise such work involving blue asbestos; what protective clothing and other safeguards are provided to railway staff engaged on this work; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. John GrantI will reply to my hon. Friend as soon as possible.