Dr. ThomasTo ask the Prime Minister what steps she has taken to ensure the use of chlorofluorocarbons in food and other packaging in refrigerator units in Government buildings and in research stations operated on behalf of the Government is halted as soon as possible.
§ The Prime MinisterAs I informed the hon. Member on 25 January at column568, Government Departments have been asked to review their policies, specifications and practices with a view to promoting the objective of reducing use of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and halons to the maximum possible extent. The Government's policies are aimed at ensuring that production and consumption of CFCs, whether in the public or the private sector, are eliminated as quickly as possible, and that all possible steps are taken to minimise emissions of CFCs currently in use.