HC Deb 25 January 1979 vol 961 cc225-6W
Mr. Banks

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what is the policy of Her Majesty's Government on the release of chlorofluorocarbons; and if trade associations have completed investigations into how the release of chlorofluorocarbons might be reduced.

Mr. Denis Howell

Officials of my Department are discussing with trade associations and manufacturers the extent to which the search for substitutes could lead to a reduction in the release of chlorofluorocarbons. In the light of this information and the present scientific evidence about damage due to CFCs we shall review whether further measures are necessary.