HC Deb 17 December 1973 vol 866 c231W
24. Mr. Roy Hughes

asked the Secretary of State for Wales if he will take steps to expedite the procedures for dealing with radiation risks such as occurred in Newport, Monmouthshire, on Wednesday 5th December; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Peter Thomas

The contingency plans for dealing with incidents involving radioactivity were promptly and efficiently implemented by the police and other authorities involved, whose action I commend. However, my Department is examining, in conjunction with Her Majesty's Factory Inspectorate, whether any additional procedures need to be developed.