§ Mr. DalyellTo ask the Secretary of State for Employment if he will make a statement on the funding of the geomagnetic survey and its contribution to North sea safety.
§ Mr. ForthThe Health and Safety Executive is contributing up to a maximum of £475,000 over a five-year period towards the funding of the geomagnetic survey being undertaken by the British Geological Survey. This contribution will assist in enhancing the safety of offshore drilling.