§ 28. Dr. Marekasked the Secretary of State for Employment if he has had any discussions with the Health and Safety Executive about increasing the number of factory inspectors in post.
§ Mr. Peter BottomleyMy right hon. Friend and I meet the director-general of the executive and his colleagues from time to time to discuss many aspects of the work of the executive. The staffing of the executive and measures to improve the efficient use of staff have been topics covered by such discussions.
§ 69. Mrs. Clwydasked the Secretary of State for Employment if he has any plans to discuss with the Manpower Services Commission increasing the number of factory inspectors.
§ Mr. Peter BottomleyNo. The Manpower Services Commission has no responsibilities for the staffing of the Factory Inspectorate.