§ Mr. Gouldasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if British Rail, the Central Electricity Generating Board and other relevant bodies are required to inform the London fire brigade of proposed movements of trains carrying nuclear waste materials on the Greater London rail network.
§ Mr. Giles ShawNo, but comprehensive guidance has been issued to all chief fire officers on emergency procedures and sources of expert advice.
§ Mr. Gouldasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if Geiger counters are currently provided to the London fire brigade for use at incidents involving radioactive substances.
§ Mr. Giles ShawThe London and all other fire brigades have a range of equipment for the detection of radiation and for the personal protection and decontamination of firefighters at incidents involving radioactive substances. This includes personal dosimeters, radiac survey meters and decontamination meters.