§ Mr. John Hannamasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if, following the official visit of the Under-Secretary on Tuesday, 9th May, to the Serpentine, to inspect the life-saving equipment there, he will issue a statement.
§ Mr. Eldon GriffithsI much regret the fatal accident which has given rise to my hon. Friend's Question, and I can assure him that we are reviewing the present safety measures with the greatest care. A number of life belts, a patrol boat and life guards are already provided at the Serpentine, and there is a life belt in every boat. We are now considering in consultation with the police the question of additional safeguards, including suggestions put forward by my hon. Friend.