§ Mr. Tony LloydTo ask the Secretary of State for Energy what information he has about safety precautions in operation to guard construction workers and other non-permanent staff from over-exposure to radiation at Sellafield; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Heathcoat-AmoryAll people who are exposed to ionising radiations during their employment are subject to the requirements of the Ionising Radiations Regulations 1985. I am advised that all workers whether permanent or otherwise who are exposed to ionising radiations at the British Nuclear Fuels plc Sellafield plant receive appropriate training, medical checks, protective clothing and routine monitoring of dose uptake.