§ Mr. FlynnTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what steps he is taking to assess(a) the level of carcinogens and (b) the health risks associated with the carcinogens produced by (i) leaded and (ii) unleaded petrol.
§ Mr. Heathcoat-AmoryMy Department funds a substantial programme of research investigating pollution emissions from vehicles using leaded and unleaded petrol. Special emphasis is placed upon organic micro-pollutants, including benzene.
The evidence on human exposure to these pollutants provided by this research will be evaluated by the Department of Health for possible health effects.