Sir DavidPrice asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he is satisfied that current building regulations are sufficient and efficient in preventing the use of flammable materials in building construction and fitting out, especially in buildings used for public entertainment.
§ Mr. Geoffrey FinsbergYes, the building regulations apply stringent standards of fire safety to materials incorporated in the structure of public buildings. The flammability of materials used in furnishings is a matter for my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Trade.