§ Mr. Kenneth Lewisasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what steps are being taken to minimise cases of silicosis in Hong Kong; and what compensation is available for those who contract the disease.
§ Mr. EnnalsRegulations prohibit abrasive blasting by sand or silica and quarry operators are advised to spray water, enclose machinery, supply masks and hold annual X-ray examinations. The Government are discussing with the Accident Insurance Corporation the establishment of an insurance pool. Meanwhile, affected workers receive ex-gratia payments.
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§ Mr. Kenneth Lewisasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on the success or otherwise of the steps taken to combat the drug traffic in Hong Kong.
§ Mr. EnnalsI would refer the hon. Member to the answer which my right hon. Friend the Minister of State gave to my hon. Friend the Member for Harlow (Mr. Newens) on 30th June.—[Vol. 894, c. 312.]
§ Rear-Admiral Morgan-Gilesasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on the work of the Council for Recreation and Sport in Hong Kong.
§ Mr. EnnalsThe council was established in 1973 to advise on the provision, expansion and maximum use of recreational and sports facilities, particularly for young people. The Recreation and Sports Scheme, introduced last year, has organised activities for over 80,000 people. Long-term planning of recreational facilities is being undertaken.