HC Deb 17 May 1972 vol 837 cc120-1W
Mr. Laurance Reed

asked the Secretary of State for Employment if he has now established why industrial injuries at engineering firms in Bolton are above the national average.

Mr. Dudley Smith

No special inquiries have been made. Several studies have been carried out in recent years to see what can be done in cases where the incidence rate is high. These studies have indicated certain lines of action which can be taken by management and workpeople to reduce accidents. The relevant information has been issued to member companies by the Engineering Employers' Federation.