§ Mr. Kilfedderasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will take action immediately to withdraw supplies of strontium 90 and all dangerous acids from schools in Northern Ireland.
§ Mr. John PattenNo. Immediately after the recent theft of acids from some schools, a circular was issued to all schools and institutions of further education reminding them of the instructions already given on the storage of these substances, and, where appropriate, the level of stocks to be held. Instructions and guidance have also been given on the use and storage of strontium 90 in educational establishments.