§ Mr. Alex CarlileTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what plans he has to implement new safety regulations for oil tankers travelling off Cardigan bay; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. NorrisThe Department has no plans to implement new and further safety regulations for oil tankers travelling off Cardigan bay. However these matters are within the terms of reference of the Lord Donaldson inquiry announced by my right hon. Friend to the House on 11 January. In the meantime, we are exploring the possibility of introducing interim measures for tanker operations around the United Kingdom.