HC Deb 06 June 1985 vol 80 c200W
Mr. Gordon Brown

asked the Secretary of State for Employment if there will be any danger to the adjacent work force at Faslane through windborne asbestos during removal.

Mr. Peter Bottomley

No.

Mr. Gordon Brown

asked the Secretary of State for Employment how many Health and Safety Executive staff will be allocated to supervise the removal of asbestos from Faslane.

Mr. Peter Bottomley

None. Responsibility for ensuring the safe removal of asbestos lies with those undertaking the work. Such work is subject to the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and associated legislation. The Health and Safety Executive is the enforcing authority at these sites.