HC Deb 01 March 1968 vol 759 cc430-1W
Sir H. d'Avigdor-Goldsmid

asked the Minister of Labour what plans he has to reduce and standardise the amount of documentation connected with industrial accident prevention.

Mr. Gunter

This is one of the questions that are being considered in connection with the preparatory work now being carried out on a comprehensive revision of the Factories Act, 1961 and the Offices, Shops and Railway Premises Act, 1963.

Sir H. d'Avigdor-Goldsmid

asked the Minister of Labour when he will introduce legislation to simplify the existing statutes dealing with industrial safety.

Mr. Gunter

Work is proceeding on a comprehensive revision of the existing statutes but I am not in a position to say when legislation will be introduced.