§ Mr. Alan Williamsasked the Secretary of State for Wales when he received a report on the loss of a small radioactive phial from University college, Swansea, in November 1985; and if he will make a statement on the circumstances which led to the loss and on the steps taken to ensure no recurrence.
§ Mr. Mark RobinsonThe loss of the radioactive source was first reported to the Department on 22 November 1985. Following our request for more detailed information of the circumstances of the loss, a full and confidential report by the chairman of the university's health and safety committee was received on 13 March 1986 and this is currently being given urgent consideration. I will write to the right hon. Gentleman as soon as possible.