HC Deb 07 February 1974 vol 868 cc416-7W
Mr. Sproat

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will make a statement on inquiries being conducted by his Department into the adequacy of safety ships involved in North Sea oil development.

Mr. Onslow

My Department has been investigating the conditions of standby vessels for offshore installations for several months. Representatives of the offshore industry have now been invited to comment on proposals for a code of safe practice to supplement existing safety requirements.