§ Mr. Greg KnightTo ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions what representations the Government has received from(a), sporting groups and (b) others involved in outdoor pursuits with regard to health and safety issues within the last six months; and if he will make a statement. [168232]
§ Jane Kennedy[holding answer 28 April 2004]: The Health and Safety Executive is responsible for enforcement of health and safety legislation in Great Britain. It has received approximately 430 representations from sporting groups and others involved in outdoor pursuits with regard to health and safety issues within the last six months. This includes meetings, letters to Ministers and officials in HSE, and also approximately 350 responses to the Health and Safety Commission's consultation document on proposals for work at height regulations. HSC/E is currently considering these and other responses to the consultation document before putting final proposals to Ministers. I also refer the hon. Member to the answer given to the hon. Member for Bedfordshire North East on the 26 April 2004, Official Report, column 847–48W.