§ Mr. Greville Jannerasked the Secretary of State for Employment (1) whether he will now exercise his powers under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act to extend the protection of that Act to offshore engineering work outside British territorial waters;
(2) when he expects to exercise his power under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act to make regulations requiring employers to consult with persons appointed to recognised trade unions in connection with health and safety matters.
§ Mr. Harold Walker:I regret that the information requested could not be obtained in the time available, but I will circulate a statement in the Official Report shortly.