HC Deb 02 August 1978 vol 955 c450W
44. Mr. Cowans

asked the Secretary of State for Transport if, in the light of the recent gas tanker explosion in Spain, he will reconsider his decision not to make section 8 grants for the transportation of phenol to Flixborough.

Mr. William Rodgers

Phenol is not inflammable and presents no risk of explosion. I am satisfied that it can be safely carried by road.

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