HC Deb 17 January 1972 vol 829 c9W
53. Mr. Hugh Jenkins

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he has studied the question of cosmic radiation hazards in supersonic flying with especial reference to female passengers and stewardesses of child-bearing age and the views of the International Commission on Radiological Protection, a copy of which is in his possession; and what advice he is tendering to possible purchasers of Concorde.

Mr. David Price

The effects of cosmic radiation have been very thoroughly examined in the light of current scientific and medical opinion. The operating procedures followed by the aircraft will ensure that passengers and crew will not be exposed to radiation in excess of the levels recommended by the I.C.R.P.