HC Deb 22 February 1960 vol 618 c15W
78. Mr. Edelman

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government and Minister for Welsh Affairs whether he is satisfied that the general public will be adequately protected from the hazards of beryllium poisoning when the new machining plant at Sir W. G. Armstrong Whitworth's Aircraft Ltd., Coventry, is in operation; and if he will make a statement.

Sir K. Joseph

Consultations have taken place between the firm and the Alkali Inspectorate. Agreement has been reached on the best practicable means to be used for preventing the discharge into the air of beryllium compounds; and where gases containing these compounds are discharged, for making them harmless and inoffensive.