HC Deb 12 December 1984 vol 69 c529W
Mr. George

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will take steps to cease subsidising the construction of buildings on agricultural land with asbestos roofing.

Mrs. Fenner

The Health and Safety Executive has published guidelines for the safe handling of asbestos material in building work. We have therefore no plans to disallow its eligibility for grant.

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