HC Deb 06 March 1979 vol 963 c605W
29. Mr. Hoyle

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will hold a public inquiry into laboratories holding dangerous pathogens.

Mr. Ennals

In my statement to the House on 24 January—[Vol. 961, c. 434–48.]—I announced a number of important decisions on matters relating to dangerous pathogens, including the need for further controls, as a result of the recommendations made in the report of the Shooter investigation. I do not think that a public inquiry would further the objectives which I know my hon. Friend has in mind.