HC Deb 03 February 1993 vol 218 cc180-1W
Dr. David Clark

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what is his policy relating to the release of official information on health and safety issues at(a) the atomic weapons establishment and (b) the Defence Research Agency; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Aitken

It is my Department's policy to make available all information required in order to comply with health and safety legislation at the atomic weapons establishment and the Defence Research Agency.

Dr. David Clark

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what consideration he has given to changing his policy relating to the release of official information on health and safety issues at(a) the atomic weapons establishment and (b) the Defence Research Agency; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Aitken

We have no plans to change our policy.

Dr. David Clark

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what representations he has received relating to the release of information concerning health and safety issues at Aldermaston; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Aitken

I have received a number of representations from hon. Members and others on this subject.

Dr. David Clark

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement on the current health and safety arrangements at Aldermaston.

Mr. Aitken

The current health and safety arrangements at Aldermaston are designed to ensure that the well-being of the work force, and the safety of the site and the surrounding environment are and will continue to be of paramount importance.