§ Mr. Sheldonasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will take steps designed to ensure that the cost of fire brigades attending fires arising from irresponsible behaviour of demolition contractors is charged to such contractors.
§ Mr. Pendryasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will consider seeking powers to impose a levy on those demolition contractors who, as a result of their activities, create the need for the fire services to be called for.
§ Mr. LaneMy right hon. Friend sees no grounds for amending the law, which precludes a fire authority from charging for fire-fighting services.