§ Mr. D. E. Thomasasked the Secretary of State for Energy what is his Department's view of the present level of permissible exposure for employees at nuclear power stations to low-level radioactivity; and whether he will review these limits.
§ Mr. Norman LamontAnnual levels of permissible exposure to radiation in the United Kingdom are set by reference to the recommendations of the International Commission on Radiological Protection. These levels are endorsed in this country by the National Radiological Protection Board, and are reflected in the conditions attached to nuclear site licences issued by the Health and Safety Executive. I am advised that radiological protection standards are kept under continuing review. I am satisfied with these arrangements.