HC Deb 29 October 1979 vol 972 c418W
Mr. Patrick McNair-Wilson

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he is satisfied with the safety record of the current programme for the disposal of nuclear waste; and if he will give details of any fatal accidents which have occurred as a result of its operation.

Mr. Fox

We are completely satisfied that nuclear waste is disposed of safely. There have been no fatal accidents from any disposal operations.