HC Deb 12 June 1972 vol 838 c201W
Mr. Simeons

asked the Secretary of State for Employment what steps he intends to take to ensure that those premises not registered to date under the Shops and Offices Act but which constitute a fire hazard are inspected; and who is responsible for such inspection.

Mr. Dudley Smith

Premises may be inspected whether or not the occupier has complied with his obligation to register. The responsibility for enforcement of the fire provisions of the Act lies generally with the fire authority.

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