§ Mr. Simon HughesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what plans he has to introduce regional UV-B monitoring systems; what initiatives he has taken to encourage Welsh industry to switch to non-ozone-depleting substances; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Gwilym JonesPlans are under way to extend the monitoring network set up by the National Radiological Protection Board in order to provide a more comprehensive picture of the terrestrial solar UV levels over the United Kingdom.
The Welsh Office has a continuing programme encouraging businesses to adopt best environmental practice. This includes information on the main alternative technologies available to reduce industry's dependence on ozone-depleting substances. We have also recently established a new network of environmental managers in Wales which aims, inter alia, to raise awareness among business of the importance of phasing out these substances.