§ Mr. Wallaceasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what progress is being made with regard to feasibility studies into the emplacement of radioactive waste under the seabed; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. WaldegraveI assume the hon. Member is referring to the concept of emplacing intermediate-level wastes under the continental shelf. I understand that NIREX has received tenders from five firms for a feasibility study of this concept and are considering them.